The ant tree, also known as Lapačo and Pau d'Arco, comes from the fact that all the cavities in its branches are inhabited by ants. The healing properties of this plant are well known by the natives of Mexico and Peru, who call it the "divine tree". Its bark is a natural antibiotic used in folk medicine for many infectious diseases. Ant tree bark, taken from the inner layer of the bark of this tree, has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It also has an immune-stimulating effect. The main active ingredient of the ant tree bark is lapahol. Lap care prevents the reproduction and growth of microorganisms in the body. The antiviral activity of the bark is due to the ability of lapahol to inhibit the production of ferments, without which the reproduction of viruses is not possible. Ant tree bark is active against flu, herpes virus, acute respiratory viral infection, etc. against. Antifungal properties are related to xylodin found in the bark, which together with lapachol inhibits the growth of many types of fungi, including vaginal fungi (Candida, Trichophyton). Even the wood of the ant tree is extremely resistant to the effects of various fungi. The anti-parasitic effect of the ant tree is expressed in its ability to inhibit (prevent, inhibit) the reproduction and development of intracellular parasites. Prevents the invasion of pathogenic protozoa by creating an unfavorable environment for parasites.

Uses of ant tree bark

• Respiratory diseases (acute viral infection, flu, tracheitis, bronchitis)

•Various inflammatory processes

•Treatment of diseases of the urogenital system

• Treatment of fungal diseases

• Treatment of purulent skin lesions

Making Ant Tree Bark Tea

1 – 1.5 teaspoons of tea grounds per 200 ml of water. Boil for 10-15 minutes! Leave to infuse for 20 minutes, drain. For the treatment of yeast infection - daily amount 0.7 - 1 liter. It is recommended to prepare the daily amount at once and put it in a thermos. Preferably drink on an empty stomach. Contraindication: in case of pregnancy. Do not use for more than 1 month! Tea slightly raises blood pressure.

Ingredients: 100% Tabebuia impetiginosa

Note: The information on this page is for self-education and is not a substitute for consulting a doctor