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The plant is employed for numerous health conditions. It is of little wonder that Chanca Piedra is used for so many things - considered anodyne, apertif, carminative, digestive, emmenagogue, laxative, stomachic, tonic and vermifuge based on its long documented history of uses. Chanca Piedra is still widely used in herbal medicine in South America, remaining the most popular remedy for gallstones and kidney stones throughout the continent. In Peruvian herbal medicine, it is also used for liver and kidney support and as a diuretic. In Brazilian herbal medicine it is called Quebra Pedra and is considered an excellent remedy to remove uric acid from the urine and to eliminate stones. It is also used in Brazil for hydropsy, urinary and bladder support and blockages, liver ailments, painful joints, cystitis, prostate support, kidney support, liver support, blood sugar and as a antispasmodic and muscle relaxant specific to the urinary tract system. Chanca Piedra, indigenous to India where it is called Pitirishi or Budhatri, is a common household remedy for lung support and blood sugar. Also indigenous to the Bahamas where it is called hurricane weed or gale-wind grass. It is used in local herbal medicine there for poor appetite, constipation, and immune support. Chanca Piedra has been the subject of much research to determine the active constituents and their pharmacological activities beginning in the mid-1960's. Indian and Brazilian research groups were the first to conduct these studies since the plant was indigenous to their areas with a long history of use by its inhabitants. In some of the published research, scientists make little or no distinction between P. niruri and P. amarus because of the very similar phytochemical make up of both plants. In fact, some references are found in which scientists believe that it is one species of plant with two botanical names, but of course there are botanists who would argue this point. Packed 450mg/cap Ingredients Organically grown Phyllanthus amarus Packaging 100 vegicaps Warnings: Do not take during pregnancy. Manufacturer Vadik Herbs has produced quality Ayurvedic raw herbs and formulas since 1971 under the mantra of "Quality, Service, and Integrity." Vadik starts with the finest raw materials available cultivated from natural sources. Herbs are organically grown and wild crafted - no pesticides, insecticides, or artificial treatments are used in the growing of these herbs. After sourcing, harvesting, and cleaning, these materials are subjected to a series of in-depth quality control tests to ensure purity, potency and cleanliness. Quality checks continue throughout the various stages of manufacturing, as well as at the completion of production. By maintaining this intense level of quality control and developing new methods and techniques to ensure top product quality, Vadik Herbs perpetuates its long-standing position at the forefront of the Ayurvedic product industry.
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