Lapacho (Pau d'Arco)

Preclinical antimicrobial/antitumor interest in isolated compounds; whole-bark human evidence weak.

Benefits

Traditional antimicrobial and immune use
antioxidant

Key compounds

Lapacholbeta-lapachonenaphthoquinones

May help with

Immune support
fungal concerns

Best for these goals

Immunityantimicrobial

How to use it

Inner bark decoction (simmered); capsules

Evidence level

Limited

Cautions & interactions

High doses of lapachol can cause nausea, bleeding (anti-vitamin K), and toxicity. AVOID with anticoagulants and in pregnancy. Use conservatively.

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