Vilcacora (Uncaria Tomentosa) – Herb
Mentioning an Uncaria tomentosa might only draw understanding nods from botanists. However, comprehension grows if we bring up Uña de Gato, Vilcacora or Cat's Claw. The sacred plant of the Incas may've had the rumors of its magnificence reach Europe only recently, but these whispers have enlightened us to the significant potential of the inner bark of Vilcacora!
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Ingredients
100 % UŇA DE GATOBrew & Taste
This herb tastes rather bland. Its infusion has a red color and it can be sipped hot or as a lukewarm beverage.
Origins
Uña de Gato or Vilcacora (Uncaria tomentosa) grows in the Amazon rainforest in an altitude of up to 800m. It is a woody vine that usually reaches 30m in length. The stem is strengthened with wood, and the leaves are either heart-shaped or oval. They grow curved thorns that resemble a cat's claw, hence its name.
Legend has it that a warrior of the Ashaninka tribe discovered the plant's abilities. Badly wounded, he was going through the jungle when he saw an Amazon tiger. He clawed a large vine and licked its nectar. The tiger was so invigorated that it immediately hunted a giant deer. Inspired, the warrior crawled to the vine and drank the liquid. It instantly restored his energy and saved his life.
Vilcacora attracted worldwide interest only after a Polish psychotherapist, Edmund Szeliga, reported on it in Peru. It was not until the end of the 20th century that its abilities became widely known and were taken up by scientific teams in Europe, the USA, China, Russia, and Japan. Biochemical analyses have found several important alkaloids in the plant's inner bark. Vilcacora has thus become the second most popular Peruvian herb after Maca.
People with autoimmune diseases, pregnant and lactating women, and those taking certain types of medications (e.g. protease inhibitors) should be cautious when using Vilcacora. It may lower blood pressure and slow blood clotting. If any of these affect you, consult your doctor.
Benefits of ingredients:
Herb packaging preview
We pack our herbs in a strong, zip-lock aluminum packet which allows you to easily re-seal its contents. Thanks to the hermetic seal, the herbs are protected against humidity, light and foreign odors, all of which could noticeably affect the quality of the brew and the herb itself.
Preparation
boil
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25 minutes
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2 tablespoons for 1000 ml
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Instructions for preparation
Pour 500ml of cold water per 1 tablespoon of vilcacora.
Cook on low flame for 25 minutes.
Strain the liquid and ideally enjoy one hour before or after meal.
Do not exceed the recommended daily dosage of 1000mg (approx. 1 tablespoon).
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