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CHAYA LEAF TINCTURE

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Family: Euphorbiaceae

Genus: Cnidoscolus

Species: aconitifolius

Synonyms: Cnidoscolus chayamansa, Cnidoscolus esculentus

Common Names: Chaya, Tree spinach, Chayote de hoja, Chayamansa

Parts Used: Leaves, stems, young shoots

Main Actions: Nutritive, hypoglycemic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory

Other Actions: Antimicrobial, hepatoprotective

Description: Cnidoscolus aconitifolius is a perennial shrub with distinctive lobed leaves and stinging hairs on its stems and leaves.

Tribal and Herbal Medicine Uses: Used traditionally to treat diabetes, hypertension, inflammation, and to boost immunity.

Plant Chemicals: Flavonoids, saponins, tannins, alkaloids, terpenoids

Biological Activities and Clinical Research: Demonstrated hypoglycemic and antioxidant effects in animal studies; antimicrobial properties observed in vitro.

Current Practical Uses: Dietary supplement, traditional medicine, ornamental plant

Main Preparation Method: Cooking, juicing, decoction

Main Actions (in order): Nutritive, hypoglycemic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory

Main Uses: Nutritional supplementation, management of diabetes, inflammatory conditions

Properties/Actions Documented by Research: Hypoglycemic, antioxidant, antimicrobial

Other Properties/Actions Documented by Traditional Use: Hepatoprotective, immunity-boosting

Cautions: Consumption of raw leaves may cause irritation due to stinging hairs; use caution in pregnancy and lactation.

Traditional Preparation: Leaves are often cooked or boiled to neutralize the stinging properties before consumption.

Contraindications: None known

Drug Interactions: No reported interactions


Recommended Dosage: 2.5ml taken 2 x daily in a small glass of water or juice on an empty stomach for better absorption.


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