Pau D’Arco is a botanical enigma. Despite its rather sultry climate, this tree does not grow fungus. Its bark contains lapachol and beta-lapachone, two compounds with important properties that help account for its traditional use in supporting the immune system and supporting healthy microflora. In order to protect endangered species, Nature’s Sunshine only works with a highly reputable Brazilian partner that has been legally harvesting pau d’arco for more than 20 years.
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Assists in detoxification
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Supports the immune system
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Is traditionally used to support healthy microflora
Several communities prized this botanical nutrient for its benefits. According to records, it was used by the Incas, the Kallawayas, and other native South American groups for its many healing properties. Pau d’arco is Portuguese for “bow tree.” That makes sense when you realize that its dense, rot-resistant wood makes excellent hunting bows, and the natives harvested it for just that. Its Latin name Tabebuia heptaphylla also led to the nickname taheebo. And many people from the region are familiar with taheebo tea. It’s also called lapacho, no doubt a reference to lapachol. For immune support that’s right on target, choose Pau D’Arco.
INGREDIENTS
Pau d’arco inner bark. Liquid herb contains extract of inner bark.
RECOMMENDED USAGE
Take 2 capsules with a meal three times daily.
How It Works
The pau d’arco tree grows in the rain forests of Brazil. Unlike other trees in its midst, pau d’arco does not develop fungus growth, even though it grows in the most lush tropical rainforests in the world. Pau d’arco contains a chemical called lapachol, which may account for the herb’s traditional use in supporting the immune system.
Recommended Use
Take 2 capsules with a meal three times daily.
Ingredients
Pau d’arco inner bark. Liquid herb contains extract of inner bark.
