ANAMU (uh·naa·moo), Petiveria alliacea, is native to Florida and the lower Rio Grande Valley of Texas in the United States, Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and tropical South America. It can also be found in various parts of Africa. It is part of the pigionberry family. The large green leaves hang low to the ground and its roots have a garlic-like ordor thus it gets the name "garlic weed." The root is thought to be more powerful than the leaves. It is considered a pain reliever and is often used in the rainforest in topical remedies for the skin.
This herbacious perinnial is a powerhouse of goodness! It has cytotoxic effects on caner cells and is used as a immunostimulator to help boost the immune system. Dibenzyl trisulfide, the active compound in anamu, has anticancerous actions. It also contains the phytochemicals astilbin, benzaldehyde, and coumarin, which have been documented with antitumorous and/or anticancerous properties.
It has been used in holistic medicine as an anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant effects. Thus, it is good for colds, flu, Candida, E. Coli, Staphlococcus, parasitic worms, arthiritis and much more!
Anamu, which is also known by different names such as Congo root, Apacin Guinea Henweed, Apazote de Zorro and Verbena Hedionda, can also be used to lower blood sugar, increase urination, decrease muscle spasms, promote diaphoresis (sweating), encourage menustration, and treat digestive ailments.
Warnings & Precautions
We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.
PLEASE NOTE: Although Anamu has many benefits, pregnant or lactating mothers should not take this as it may cause premature labor or spontaneous abortion.
This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This infomtion is for educational purposes only.
