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2 de Marzo de 1995CatClawA remarkable and exciting “new” herb from the Peruvian Rain ForestsBy Phillip N. Steinberg, Certified Nutritional Consultant, Courtesy of Health Store Newsbrain NewsUncaria Tomentosa, commonly known as Cat’s Claw in English, or Una de Goto in Spanish , is a woody vine that growsover 100 feet in length as it attaches and winds its way up through the trees in the highlands of the Peruvian Amazon. For hundreds of years the native Peruvian Indians have used the inner bark and root to prepare a medicinal tea in the form of a decoction. According to Indian Folklore the tea has been used to cure tumors and other serious diseases.Beginning in the 1970*s andcontinuing through to today,studies are being conducted at research facilities in Peru, Austria, Germany, England, Hungary and Italy suggesting that Cat * s Claw may be beneficial in the treatment of cancer, arthritis, bursitis, rheumatism, genital herpes and herpes zoster, allergies, ulcers, systemic candidiasis, diabetes, lupus, chronic fatigue syndrome, PMS and irregularities of the female cycle, environmental toxin poisoning, numerous bowel and intestinal disorders, organic depression and those infected with the HIV virus.In its healing ability Cat’s Claw appears to have so many therapeutic applications that it far surpasses such well known herbs as Pau d’Arco, Echinacea, Golden Seal, Astragulas and Siberian Ginseng, as well as Maitake, Shiitake and Reishi mushrooms, Citrus Seed Extract, Caprylic Acid and SharkCartilage.In July of 1989, U.S. patent #4,844,901 was issued to an Austrian scientist named Klaus Keplinger and a second patent #4,940,725 was issued in in July of 1990. These patents explain how Dr. Keplinger isolated six oxindole alkaloids from the root of Uncaria tomentosa and that four of these alkaloids have been proven to be “suitable for the unspecific stimulation of the immunologic system.**According to Keplinger ’ s research these four alkaloids have been shown to have a pronounced enhancement effect on phagocytosis (the ability ofthe white blood cells and macrophages to attack, engulf and digest harmful microorganisms, foreign matter and debris).Oi November 28, 1988, and June 17, 1993. articles about a research facility in Austria appeared in El Comercio, the major metropolitan newspaper in Lima, Peru. According to these articles Dr. Keplinger, the director of this facility, has developed a pharmaceutical called “Krallendom” from an extract of the root of Uncaria tomentosa.These articles then speak of Dr. Keplinger’s success in treating allergies.Neurobronchitis, genital herpes and herpes zoster with the extract More exciting, however, is his success in treating AIDS and cancer. It seems that Dr. Keplinger has been able to reverse the progression of both AIDS and cancer in the majority of his patients by using Krallendom alone or in combination with AZT. He has also determined that Krallendom has been effective in reducing the unpleasant side effects or both AZT and radiation therapy when used in the treatment of cancer.Besides the alkaloids isolated by Dr. Keplinger and his colleagues, Italian and Peruvian researchers have isolated other beneficial constituents including: severalproanthocyanidins, polyphenols and triterpines, and the plant sterols Beta-sisosterol, stigmasterol and camperterol. These compounds might further explain the anti-oxidant, antiviral, anti-tumor and antiinflammatory properties attributed to this herb.According to Dr. Richard Gerber, M.D., author of the bestselling book Vibrational Medicine, Cat’s Claw is a unique herbal remedy that shows great promise for the treatment of arthritis and may be beneficial for those individuals who suffer from painful joints and cannot take conventional medicines because of unpleasant side-effects. He has also mentioned that Cat's Claw may be helpful inreducing the side effects of radiation and chemotherapy used in cancer treatments.Today, Cat’s Claw is being sold throughout South America both in tea and capsule form. Labels written in Spanish suggest how to use both forms for the treatment of cancer, arthritis, gastritis and female hormonal imbalances.In closing, I would like to share my personal experience with Cat’s Claw. Since September of 1993,1, along with some of my friends and associates, have been experimenting with Cat’s Claw tea and capsules. We have found both to be effecuve in knocking out the flu, clearing up sinus and ear infections, canker sores, one infection associated with TMJ and eliminating the pain of arthritis, as well as the tired, sore muscles associated with heavy physical work and exercise.I was even able to clear up a case of athlete’s foot by putting the powdered herb between the infected toes, and my daughter s conjunctivitis by putting drops of the tea in her eyes several times over a two-day period. Even more amazing is the fact that all of the above were accomplished within 48 hours after beginning use of the herb.Finally, though I do not yet have specifics, I have heard of other successes with Crohn's disease, lupus, prostatis, and lungcancer and one case of a patient who was able to reverse andovercome Kaposi’s sarcoma, a rare form of skin cancerassociated with AIDS.According to my experience and the available research, 3 to 6 grams daily is considered therapeutic is using capsules, or four strong cups per day if using tea. However, in some cases, as many as 20 grams might be used.In children under twelve, one capsule three times daily seems to be quite effective on minor ailments and good for adults as a preventive measure.Given the extensive research conducted on this remarkable plant, coupled with my personalPage 5experience. I « • ve come to believe that Cat’s Claw, Uncaria tomentosa, has tremendous potential as a preventauve and treatment for many of today’s serious health problems.Philip N, Steinhert is agraduate of the Nutritionists Institute of America.-— ■■■ m ..............-............For more informationCallAmy 719-481-8198EspariolJuan 719-475-8000► a £ ewM■vm# *I m*..'•VOwner, Ray Rivera Retired U.S. NavyBarber ShopAsk about our Children, Military and Senior Discounts. Walk-ins Appointments Are WelcomeTues.-Fri. 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p mSat. 0:00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m.2412 E. Boulder Street, Colorado SpringsI. 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