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Suma 'Brazilian Ginseng' (100g)

Suma is the root of a shrubby vine indigenous to the Amazon basin. This vine has a very intricate root system, hence suma's ability to get "to the root" of issues. In Brazil, suma is known as para todo, which means "for all things", owing to its use as a general cure all. An adaptogen that has recently gained the title "Brazilian Ginseng." Rainforest tribes have used Suma as a sexual tonic, energy booster and wound healer. Studies have also confirmed its history as an aphrodisiac. A little goes a long way – a quarter of a teaspoon is plenty to start.

 

Suma has a very individualized effect, and is extremely rebalancing to the body. Some people find it gives them lots of energy, others that they feel really chilled out – whatever, suma knows what you’re lacking in and delivers it with a punch!

 

Modern herbalism is beginning to make use of Suma's abilities to oxygenate the blood, stimulate circulation, balance blood sugar, increase oestrogen production, boost the immune system and sharpen cognitive function. It is effective in treating chronic fatigue and scientific studies show it has promise in aiding recovery from anaemia. Russian Olympic athletes have taken Suma root to build muscle and increase endurance without the negative effects associated with steroids. This action is attributed to concentrated levels of an anabolic like substances. Suma root is very nutritious with 19 amino acids, vitamins, and trace minerals including germanium and zinc.

 

This particular root has been used successfully for thousands of years and the empirical evidence of the ages speaks for itself. Modern reports have suggested this root to be a great dietary addition to increase ones stamina and endurance. It should be noted that Suma should not be consumed for long periods of time and is better reserved for those "times of need".

 

In modern Brazilian herbal medicine practices, Suma Root is employed as a cellular oxygenator and taken to stimulate appetite and circulation, increase oestrogen production, balance blood sugar levels, enhance the immune system, strengthen the muscular system and enhance memory. Some of the constituents in Suma include saponins, (including pfaffic acid), as well as derivatives thereof that were been patented in Japan in the 1980s in anti-tumor drugs. Research in Japan (in 2000) reported that natural Suma Root displayed anti-cancerous activity as well. Also included are Suma root are nineteen different amino acids, a large number of electrolytes, trace minerals, iron, magnesium, zinc, vitamins A, B1, B2, E, K and pantothenic acid, plus beta-sitosterol, stigmasterol, allantoin, germanium, silica, glycosides, nortriterpenes and beta-ecdysterone.

 

Suma Root is used to treat exhaustion resulting from debilitating viral infections, such as Epstein-Barr disease and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. It is a tonic that is helpful to people who are recovering from the flu, as well as anyone else who lacks energy and stamina. The herb promotes healthy energy levels and combats the effects of fatigue and stress. Suma is said to fortify hormones (especially oestrogen) and has been effective as a tonic for the unpleasant symptoms of menopause, including hot flashes and emotional swings. This same quality is believed to alleviate the discomforts of premenstrual syndrome (PMS). It has been included in the folk medicine of several rainforest tribes (and still is) as a calming agent. The beta-sitosterol and stigmasterol content in Suma are thought to be beneficial in supporting healthy cholesterol levels in the blood and may be helpful in combating high blood pressure.

 

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