Aralia Elata vs Paullinia Pinnata

Deciduous tree native to East Asia used in Korean and Japanese traditional medicine as an adaptogenic tonic, anti-inflammatory, and blood sugar regulating herb.

West African climbing plant used as a tonic and adaptogen for energy, fatigue, and as an antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory.

aralosides, oleanolic acid, ursolic acid, flavonoids, polysaccharides

caffeine, theobromine, saponins, tannins, flavonoids

fatigue, diabetes, rheumatism, liver disorders, anti-inflammatory

Energy tonic, Fatigue management, Infections, Liver disorders

adaptogen, antidiabetic, anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective

Adaptogenic properties, Antimicrobial activity, Anti-inflammatory effects, Hepatoprotective potential

6–12g bark or root decoction daily or 300mg extract

Leaf decoction: 1 cup twice daily

pregnancy, hypoglycemic medications

Pregnancy, Cardiac conditions, Stimulant medications

nausea, hypoglycemia

Stimulant effects, Possible tachycardia