Botanical name: (Pfaffia paniculata)
Also Known As: Brazilian ginseng
Suma root is a plant indigenous to South America. The root is rich in amino acids, electrolytes, trace minerals, , Germanium, Sitosterol, Stigmasterol, and saponins.
Suma root is useful in times of stress induced fatigue, and will increase stamina and endurance when added to the diet. number of studies conducted with mice demonstrated an ability for suma root to inhibit unhealthy cell growth in the liver. For hundreds of years to treat illness, improve immunity and hormonal balance, and increase the body?s self—healing abilities.
It?s been purported to have cancer—fighting and immune—stimulating effects. Suma root has demonstrated an ability to increase immune cell production and overall immune system activity. Macrophages are large immune cells that act like garbage collectors in your body, and several studies have shown that microphage activity can increase when exposed to Brazilian ginseng. Another type of molecule called a Natural Killer cell was produced in greater amounts in mice when given ginseng extract.
Steep in hot water for 5 to 7 minutes for a stimulating tea or sprinkle over prepared food. The root has a delicious vanilla like flavor and is very palatable.
Note: These statements have not been evaluated by the US Food and Drug Administration, and this product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. We at eSutras do not recommend internal use of supplements or herbs without prior consultation with your doctor or herbalist.
