Devil's Claw (5% Harpagosides)

History:

Devil's Claw is a trailing perennial vine that grows wild to a length of about five feet. It is native to the Transvaal of South Africa, where It grows in waste places and on roadsides in sandy soils, devoid of other vegetation. The barbed and thorny fruits that resemble hooks or claws give the plant its name, but its therapeutic properties are found in the tuber and root.  it has been popularly embraced for over 250 years by the various local cultures (including Hottentots, Bantus and Bushmen) for appetite,  fevers, joints, sores and boils. Devil's Claw root has only recently been introduced into North American herbal therapy, and it is currently very popular in Europe. Pharmacologists have discovered that Devil's Claw contains chemicals like those in many other anodyne herbs that stimulate circulation and carry inflammatory chemicals away from affected tissues. The plant contains at least three digestive "bitters," including the iridoid glycosides called harpagide, harpagoside and procumbide, and also includes luteolin, oleanolic acid, cinnamic acid, calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium and zinc.

Recommended Dosage:
Take two (2) capsules, one (1) to two (2) times each day with water at mealtimes.

Contraindications:
Devil's Claw Herbal Supplement may take several weeks of consistent use before noticing results. Devil's Claw should be avoided during pregnancy as it has been suggested to stimulate uterine muscle contraction. In addition, nursing women and those with gallstones, duodenal or gastric ulcers should avoid Devil's Claw. Since Devil's Claw may slow the pulse, it should not be used by people with congestive heart disease. Headache, ringing in the ears, stomach upset and allergic reactions have been reported. Speak with your health care provider before using Devil's Claw if you are taking blood-thinning medication.

Capsule Information:
Our Devil's Claw (5% Harpagosides) supplements are encapsulated in 100% Gluten-free, Vegetable Cellulose, Certified Kosher, size "00" Capsules.(click here for size comparison) Each capsule contains approximately 600 mgs.

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