aintree's macela leaf powder (Achyrocline satureoides) has been milled into a fine powder which is suitable to stuff into capsules or to prepare your own teas, tinctures or extracts. It has been sustainably wild-harvested in the Brazilian Amazon and it is rich in active and beneficial phytochemicals that occur naturally in this plant. Phytochemical analysis of macela, which began in the mid-1980s, shows that it is a rich source of flavonoids—including novel ones never seen before. Many of its active properties are attributed to these flavonoids as well as to other chemicals (called terpenes) isolated in the plant.
Suggested Use
This plant is best prepared as an infusion (tea): Use one teaspoon of powder for each cup of water. Pour boiling water over herb in cup and allow to steep 10 minutes. Strain tea (or allow settled powder to remain in the bottom of cup) and drink warm. It is traditionally taken in 1 cup dosages, 2-3 times daily
Ingredients/Supplement Facts
100% pure macela leaves (Achyrocline satureoides). No binders, fillers or additives are used. This plant is non-irradiated and not fumigated, and has grown naturally in the Amazon without pesticides or fertilizers.
Additional Information
Macela is a medium-sized aromatic annual herb
that grows up to 1-1/2 m high. It produces small white flowers with yellow
centers and serrated green leaves. More information about Macela Powder
Warning
It has a sedative effect and might increase the effects of other sedatives. People with diabetes should use with caution as it has a mild hypoglycemic effect.