Sutherlandia frutescens
Sutherlandia frutescens (L.) R.Br.
## Cancer Bush
Traditional remedy for cancer, stress, anxiety, viral infections. Adaptogenic tonic.
- Traditional Use
- Traditional remedy for cancer, stress, anxiety, viral infections. Adaptogenic tonic.
- Chemical Constituents
- L-canavanine, sutherlandiosides, sutherlandins, triterpenoid saponins, flavonoids.
- Preparation Method
- Infusion: 1 tsp dried leaves per cup, steep 10-15 min. Tincture: 1:5 in 50% ethanol, 2-5ml 3x daily.
- Dosage / Administration
- Tea: 1 cup 2x daily. Tincture: 2-5ml 3x daily. Capsules: 500-1000mg daily.
- Safety Notes
- Well-tolerated. Avoid in pregnancy and autoimmune conditions.
- References
- Van Wyk & Albrecht (2008). Journal of Ethnopharmacology.
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