{"product_id":"cats-claw-bark","title":"Cat's Claw Bark","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is cat's claw bark?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCat's claw, or Uncaria tomentosa, is a medicinal plant that grows in the Amazonian rainforest and other tropical areas in Central and South America. The Incas were the first people to use the herb. Native South American people utilized cat's claw as a remedy for ulcers, cancer, viral infections, inflammation, and to fortify the immune system. Its name comes from the fact that its thorns look like cat claws. The plants Uncaria tomentosa and Uncaria guianensis can both be called \"cat's claw.\" Most teas, tablets, and capsules sold in stores have U. tomentosa in them. The two kinds of cat's claw have different active compounds and can be used for different things. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are more pentacyclic oxindole alkaloids (POAs) in Uncaria tomentosa, while U. guianensis has more tetracyclic oxindole alkaloids (TOAs). POAs affect the immune system, while TOAs affect the brain and spinal cord. POAs have no effect when TOAs are in place. So, before buying and using cat's claw extracts, ensure they have been tested for TOA and POA levels.  The chemical structure shows how the two types are different from each other. The bark of the vine has pentacyclic alkaloids, while the leaves and stem have tetracyclic alkaloids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I use cat's claw bark?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most common dosage of cat's claw taken by adults is 60–300 mg orally per day for 8–24 weeks. Gels and mists also contain cat's claw extract. Consult a healthcare professional regarding the optimal product type and dosage for a particular medical condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCat's Claw Bark benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudies done in test tubes show that cat's claw may boost the immune system, help relax smooth muscles (like those in the intestines), widen blood vessels (which helps lower blood pressure), and make you pee more (helping the body eliminate excess water).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◉ \u003cstrong\u003eImmune System:\u003c\/strong\u003e A recent study showed that taking cat's Claw for 6 months increased the number of white blood cells that fight infections by a lot in adult men. Researchers also saw both single- and double-strand breaks in DNA being fixed. This process appears to have two effects on the immune system. It can either boost or slow down the immune response, depending on the situation. Cat's claw can be used to stop overactive immune responses and boost a weak immune system that lets disease spread without being stopped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◉ \u003cstrong\u003eArthritis Relief:\u003c\/strong\u003e Several studies have shown that cat's Claw is a natural way to treat osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. In a study done in 2001, 45 people with osteoarthritis were given Cat's Claw, or a fake medicine, for 4 weeks. Researchers found that \"scores for activity-related pain, medical pain, and pain assessment pain were significantly lower after the first week of therapy.\" In another study, which was published in the \"Journal of Rheumatology,\" it was found that after 24 weeks of treatment with Cat's Claw extract, the number of painful joints was lower than with the placebo. Researchers believe that a specific strain of cat's claw, which contains pentacyclic oxindole alkaloids, is responsible for this effect on arthritis. These are chemicals that seem to affect the immune system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◉ \u003cstrong\u003eLowers High Blood Pressure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has been using Cat's Claw to treat high blood pressure for hundreds of years. Studies now seem to back this theory up. One alkaloid, called hirsutine, is thought to be responsible for this plant's ability to keep blood pressure in check. This alkaloid is beneficial for your health because it blocks calcium channels.  This effect can lower blood pressure by stopping calcium from getting into the cells of the heart and blood vessel walls while widening and relaxing the blood vessels themselves. In turn, this process helps the blood flow in a healthy way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◉ \u003cstrong\u003eDigestive Health:\u003c\/strong\u003e This versatile herb can also help clean out the intestines and bring back healthy bacteria. Cat's claw is also a strong anti-inflammatory, and it is thought to help fight the inflammation that comes with several digestive problems.  It is also used to treat IBS, IBD, colitis, gastritis, and peptic ulcers, among other digestive problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I buy cat's claw bark?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuy cat's claw bark from the health food store in the \u003ca title=\"Alive Herbals - The best online herbal store in the USA\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/United_States\"\u003eUSA\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"The best online health food store in the USA - Alive Herbals\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aliveherbals.com\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlive Herbals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCat's Claw Bark information (at a glance):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%;\"\u003eCat's Claw Bark.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%;\"\u003eUncaria tomentosa.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eCountry of Origin\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%;\"\u003eIt is native to Peru.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eIngredient\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%;\"\u003eCat's Claw Bark.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eTaste \u0026amp; Aroma\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%;\"\u003eThe scent is coarse and woody with a mild aroma.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eShelf Life \u0026amp; Storage\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%;\"\u003eShelf life is about 06 - 36 months. Store it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place and prevent sunlight exposure. \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 58px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003ePrecautions\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%;\"\u003eWe requested you, before consuming \u003ca title=\"Buy at an affordable price the natural foods store - Alive Herbals.\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aliveherbals.com\/collections\/spice-shop\"\u003espices\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Buy at an affordable price the superior grocery store in the USA - Alive Herbals.\" href=\"https:\/\/aliveherbal.com\/product-category\/spices-and-herbs\/herbs\/\"\u003eherbs\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Buy at an affordable price the natural foods store - Alive Herbals.\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aliveherbals.com\/collections\/teas-store\"\u003eteas\u003c\/a\u003e or any kind of natural products, to consult an expert qualified healthcare practitioner or herbalist.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25%;\"\u003eNote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75%;\"\u003eThis product information has not been appraised by the Food and Drug Administration \u003ca title=\"FDA-US - Alive Herbals\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e(FDA)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. 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