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Traditional part

Jatoba

Hymenaea courbaril

Traditional useGenerally low riskInteractions: ModeratePregnancy: Caution
Benefits summary

An Amazonian tree bark used as an energizing tonic and for digestive and fungal complaints.

Traditional & historical use

Traditional use (indigenous-americas): An Amazonian tree bark used as an energizing tonic and for digestive and fungal complaints.

Modern claims

An Amazonian tree bark used as an energizing tonic and for digestive and fungal complaints.

How it may work

Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.

Benefit–risk at a glance
Potential benefits
  • An Amazonian tree bark used as an energizing tonic and for digestive and fungal complaints.
Most credible evidence

Evidence strength: traditional use.

Key uncertainties
  • See the evidence level above
Known risks
  • Little modern study.
Who should avoid
  • Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Risks

Little modern study.

Interactions

May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.

Special populations

Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.

Sourcing & growing

Choose reputable, tested suppliers; correct identification is essential for wild-harvested plants.

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