Cat's claw-Evalar: review of properties and applications
Cat's claw-Evalar is a dietary supplement (dietary supplement) with a general strengthening effect, produced by the Evalar company in Russia. This supplement gets its name from its main ingredient, Uncaria pilosa bark powder, which is known for its crooked and bending branches that resemble a cat's claws.
Composition and properties
Uncaria pilosa bark contains many biologically active substances, such as quinovinic, ellagic, gallic acids, glycosides, catechins, D-catechol, dihydrocorynanthein, gambirin, quercetin, proanthocyanidins, alkaloids, beta-sitosterol and rutin. These components have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory and antitumor properties.
Application
Cat's claw-Evalar is recommended as a general tonic. It is also used in the complex treatment of many diseases and conditions, such as allergies, influenza, inflammatory ear diseases, herpes, parasitic and yeast infections, malignant neoplasms, arthritis, arthrosis, rheumatism, bursitis, muscle pain, Crohn's disease, gastrointestinal ulcers, gastritis , diverticulitis, colitis, constipation, diarrhea, flatulence, hemorrhoids, lupus, diabetes mellitus, premenstrual syndrome, prostatitis and hypoglycemia.
Contraindications and side effects
Cat's Claw-Evalar is not recommended during pregnancy, breastfeeding and for children. No side effects were identified with its use.
Interaction and overdose
There is no data on interactions with other drugs or possible overdose.
Conclusion
Cat's claw-Evalar is an effective general tonic and can be used in complex therapy of many diseases and conditions. However, before starting use, you should always consult your doctor, especially if you have any chronic diseases or are taking any medications.