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Achiota (Bixa orallana L)
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| Uses: Prostate disorders, arterial
hypertension, high cholesterol levels, cystitis, obesity, renal insufficiency,
and to eliminate uric acid |
Achiote
is a shrub or small tree that grows 5-10 m in height. During the
fruition period, fruit in the shape of reddish-orange thorny pods
appear at the ends of shoots. Each of them contains up to 50 seeds.
An infusion made with young Achiote shoots is considered by indigenous
tribes an antidysenteric, aphrodisiac and astringent. It is also
used to treat skin problems, fevers, and hepatitis. It is also said
to be beneficial for the digestive system.
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in Peru dried leaves are boiled for 10 minutes in 1 liter of water
are drunk to treat prostate disorders, arterial hypertension, high
cholesterol levels, cystitis, obesity, renal insufficiency, and to
eliminate uric acid. This decoction is also recommended for liver
and stomach disorders. |
In the US, although Achiote is not
extremely popular nor available in, standard decoctions of Achiote
leaves are recommended by practitioners 2-3 times daily for prostate
and urinary difficulties as well as high cholesterol and hypertension.
A 1996 in vitro study shows that flower and leaf Achiote extracts
demonstrate antibacterial activity against several bacteria including
E. coli and Staphylococcus
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The products
described are intended solely as food supplements to enhance general health,
and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Nothing listed here should be considered as medical advice. You should
consult your health care professional for individual guidance for specific
health problems. |
