| Most Common Name: | Guaiacum | | Botanical
Name: | Guaiacum Officinale | | Also
Known As (other names): | Guaiac |
Guaiacum Officinale, Guaiac, is an evergreen tree that grows in the West
Indian Islands and South Eastern coast of North America. The very dense wood is
fired to collect the melting resin which is the part used.
Properties,
or in treatment of: | | Diuretic | Laxative | Anti-inflammatory | | Diaphoretic | Tonsillitis | Gout | | Rheumatoid
arthritis | Rheumatism | |
Constituents: | | Below
we list reported constituents of this herb. This may not be complete as
continuous research constantly discovers new constituents. Where possible we
also provide information about constituents and their application, effect and
side effects, if any. We do not provide information on the interaction between
constituents. We do not give quantities of each individual constituent as these
vary considerably due to region and climate. By comparing the treatments above
with the constituent benefits below some indication of quantities can be gained. | |
Lignans: Lignans occur in a variety of plants and cannot be
classified in terms of properties as a group. Some are antiviral and
antimicrobial while others are antioxidant and anti-tumour. The latter are
currently being researched as there is some indication that they may have a
positive cardiovascular effect. |
Terpenoids: Frequently found in aromatic and essential
oils, the terpenoids, also known as Terpenes, are one of the largest group of
active compounds in plants (currently some 25,000 have been identified and this
number is growing). Tests and studies on the effects of these compound have been
conducted on a small number but we still have a lot more to learn. If
this Terpenoids heading is not preceded by a paragraph with more detail on a
specific Terpenoid you can safely assume that very little is known about the
Terpenoid found in this particular herb and cannot assume that it will have even
vaguely similar characteristics to other Terpenoids as the field is big and very
varied. |
Contraindications,
do not use if: | | | | | | | | | | We
at Beneforce are certainly not experts in the use of every herb. In our studies
and research we do come across warnings that a herb should not be used in
certain circumstances or for certain conditions and ailments. Where possible we
will reflect these on our pages but cannot guarantee that for any herb our list
of contraindications are complete or valid. We urge that you consult an
appropriate and knowledgeable practitioner before treatment. |
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