Cat's Claw Leaf (Uncaria Tomentosa), locally called Una de Gato, is indigenous to the Amazon rainforest and other tropical areas of South and Central America. It is a vine with thorns that resemble a cat's claw.

Cat's Claw has been used to strengthen the immune system and in treatments for a variety of conditions, mostly gastrointestinal. Cat's Claw has long been used as a homeopathic treatment for intestinal ailments. The immuno-stimulant properties of Cat's Claw help the body fight off infections and protect against degenerative diseases. By stimulating the immune system, it can also improve response to viral and respiratory infections. It has also anti-inflammatory properties. Other uses may include: Crohn's disease, gastric ulcers and tumors, parasites, colitis, gastritis, diverticulitis and leaky bowel syndrome.

The active substances in Cat's Claw are alkaloids, tannins and several other phytochemicals. Some of the alkaloids have been proven to boost the immune system.

This Cat's Claw is ethically harvested without killing the tree. The sale of this product helps protect the rainforest from being cut down for cattle farming and supports indigineous peoples.

Use a pinch in your teas.

Net Wt.: 100 gram tea cut (wildcrafted)