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Rio Health Pata
de Vaca
Can help to
balance blood sugar levels (Brazilians call it 'Vegetable insulin')
Used by dieters to
control a 'sweet tooth'
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Name: Rio Health Pata de Vaca - 40 Teabags
Code:
r1268124
Price: £
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Name: Rio Health Pata de Vaca - 90 Teabags
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In South America, Pata de Vaca
(translated as ‘cow’s foot’) is normally consumed as tea after each meal to help
regulate blood sugar levels. It has been in use for more than 60 years by modern
Brazilians, who call it 'vegetable insulin.' Pata de Vaca can also be useful to
dieters who want to control a 'sweet tooth.'
Pata de Vaca is a small
tree native to the tropical rainforests of Peru, Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay and
Asia. It grows to heights of around 5-10m and produces 7-10cm long leaves that
are shaped like a cow’s foot. It is these leaves which are prepared to make an
infusion or leaf tea.
Usage
Infuse one teabag in a cup of
boiling water for 3-5 minutes. Drink 3 cups per day – one after each main meal,
or as recommended by your practitioner.
Contra indications
Pata de Vaca will potentiate antidiabetic and insulin medications, and should
therefore be used with caution by those taking these medications as levels will
need to be adjusted.
Side effects
Pata de Vaca lowers blood sugar
levels and is contra indicated in those with hypoglycaemia. Diabetics who wish
to use Pata de Vaca should do so under the supervision of a practitioner, as
blood sugar levels will need to be carefully monitored.
Use during pregnancy and
breast-feeding
Not recommended for use by
pregnant or lactating women
Ingredients
Pure shredded leaves of Pata de
Vaca (Bauhinia forficata).
Teabag: Unbleached paper.
Allergen information
None
Botanical information
Botanical names: Bauhinia
forficate
Common names: Pata de Vaca, Casco de Vaca, Cow’s Foot, Mororó, Pata de Boi, Unha
de Boi, Unha de Vaca, Unha-de-anta
Rio Health Pata de Vaca is
suitable for Vegetarians and Vegans
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