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Maytenus ilicifolia
This herb is NOT recommended during pregnancy due to potential risks to the developing fetus.
This herb is NOT recommended while breastfeeding as effects on infants are unknown.
Consult your healthcare provider before use.
Thorny shrub of southern Brazil and neighboring countries, traditional Brazilian remedy for gastric ulcers and cancer.
Thorny shrub of southern Brazil and neighboring countries, traditional Brazilian remedy for gastric ulcers and cancer. Key active compounds include maytenin, pristimerin, triterpenes.
maytenin, along with pristimerin and triterpenes, are the primary bioactive compounds in Maytenus ilicifolia. These compounds modulates NF-κB and COX-2 inflammatory pathways, provides free radical scavenging activity.
Gastric ulcer healing
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Anti-inflammatory
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Antacid action
Antioxidant
Traditional Brazilian remedy for gastric ulcers
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Used across southern South America for digestive and anti-inflammatory conditions
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
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