Cat's claw

Uncaria tomentosa | Joint Health · Immune Defense · Anti-Inflammatory Support

Deep in the Amazon rainforest, there is a vine with curved thorns that look like a cat's claw. Indigenous healers there have known what to do with it for over 2,000 years.

The Ashaninka people of Peru called it "una de gato" and considered it sacred — using the inner bark as their primary medicine for joint discomfort, infections, stomach concerns, and immune support for the entire community. Western researchers began studying it seriously in the 1970s, and what they found confirmed much of what indigenous healers already knew.

Cat's claw contains a remarkable group of compounds called oxindole alkaloids that work directly on the body's inflammatory signaling pathways — specifically NF-kB, one of the master switches of inflammation.* Clinical trials have shown it may support joint comfort and reduced swelling.* Other research points to immune support, antioxidant activity, and stomach-lining comfort.*

Why Cat's Claw?

• May support healthy joint comfort, flexibility, and reduced inflammatory response*
• May support immune system modulation and natural immune defense*
• May support healthy NF-kB regulation — targeting inflammation at the source*
• Powerful antioxidant protection and cellular defense*
• May support healthy stomach lining and gastric comfort*
• May support antiviral immune defense*
• May support cognitive health and neuroprotective function*
• May support healthy cardiovascular function and normal platelet activity*

How to Brew

1. Simmer 1 tsp dried inner bark in 10oz water for 15–20 minutes (decoction method)
2. Strain, add honey or ginger if desired
3. Drink 1–2 cups daily

Traditional tip: Cat's claw has an earthy, slightly bitter taste — honey balances it beautifully.

Supplement Facts Summary

Serving size: 1 tsp (2g) dried inner bark, approx. 45 servings per package. Key compounds: oxindole alkaloids (isopteropodine, pteropodine, mitraphylline), quinovic acid glycosides. Nutritional values are approximate and vary by harvest.

Bundle With

Cat's Claw pairs naturally with Turmeric or Ginger for additional joint and inflammatory support.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this safe if I've had an organ transplant? No — do not use if you're an organ transplant recipient, as its immune-stimulating effects may interfere with immunosuppressant therapy.

Is it safe during pregnancy? No — cat's claw is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Can I take this with blood thinners? Consult your healthcare provider first — cat's claw may interact with blood thinners, immunosuppressants, and blood pressure medications.

Is it safe if I have an autoimmune condition? Consult your healthcare provider before use if you have lupus, multiple sclerosis, or rheumatoid arthritis.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.