Pau D'Arco Liquid Extract - 8 fl. oz. Source Naturals

What is Pau D’Arco?
Pau D’Arco is the Portuguese name of an evergreen tree with rose-colored flowers. It is known by its other names like the Lapacho tree, Ipe Roxo, and Taheebo. It is a native plant in South America that has been used in tribal medicine for thousands of years. Used as an herbal tea that is purported to be rich in minerals and vitamins.

May Boost Immunity
The Lapacho tree bark contains anti-microbial properties which help you reduce your chances of contracting microbes that may lead to diseases. Further, anecdotal stories have also been shared and documented that it can also help reduce the symptoms felt during a disease. Example, symptoms related to dysentery, bone infection, yeast infections, skin irritation, respiratory distress, burns, fevers, colds, and flu have been lessened with supplementation of Pau D’Arco.

May Promote Tummy Health
Lapacho tree bark tea has long been used in South American tribes to help regulate bowel movement. It has been seen to be useful in addressing constipation due to its laxative effect. What is wonderful about Pau D’Arco supplement is that with long-term use it helps in moderately loosening fecal matter that helps promote regular bowel movements. More importantly, it also does not have unpleasant side effects like diarrhea.

May Help with Weight Loss
It has been shown in studies that Pau D’Arco can help prevent weight gain in low estrogen level postmenopausal women. In a study done on mice who are overweight and postmenopausal, the results demonstrated that supplementing with Pau D’Arco prevented weight gain and accumulation of fat. Further, triglycerides deposition in fat cells were also reduced. Lastly, in another study, the mice also showed a reduced leptin, insulin, cholesterol, and liver fat which all play a role in the regulation of weight.

May Provide Pain Relief
Pau D’Arco is also believed to have potent anti-inflammatory properties and painkilling benefits which are deemed to be beneficial for people suffering from arthritis or joint issues. In a study conducted on mice, it demonstrated an ability to lower inflammatory substances by as much as 30 to 50%. Further, it was also able to block the COX-2 enzyme which contributes to inflammation and the pain pathway. By blocking the COX-2 enzyme, Pau D’Arco has properties that can help relieve pain.