Sucupira extract: what it is for, how to use it, benefits and harm

Sucupira extract has numerous health benefits, but there are harms to its use.

The white sucupira (Pterodon pubescens Benth) is a tree native to Brazil, distributed throughout the central region (mainly in the states of São Paulo, Goias and Minas Gerais).

Sucupira extract is used in folk medicine in the form of tea and in wine infusions to treat rheumatic and inflammatory diseases such as arthritis and rheumatism , benefiting joint health.

properties

The main properties of sucupira extract include its analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anti-rheumatic and antioxidant action .

In addition, sucupira seeds have antitumor action, especially against prostate cancer, but should only be consumed with the knowledge of the oncologist.

Alkaloids stand out for their antimicrobial and antiparasitic action.

Isoflavones, on the other hand, have neuroprotective, anticancer and anti-cardiovascular activity, derived from their antioxidant capacity .

The triterpenes present in  sucupira extract have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant , antiarthritic, antidiabetic, cardioprotective, antiproliferative, chemoprotective and cytoprotective activity.

What is it for?

Sucupira helps:

• Decrease inflammation in the joints and, therefore, it is used to treat arthritis, osteoarthritis, rheumatism  and rheumatoid arthritis;
• Relieve pain caused by problems such as excess uric acid and inflammation;
• Combats tonsillitis , sore throat ;
• Helps heal ovarian and uterine cysts and fights cramps ;
• It helps to heal skin wounds, eczema , blackheads on the feet and bleeding.

In some cases, this tea can even help relieve the constant pain and discomfort caused by chemotherapy, used to treat cancer.

benefits

1. Has analgesic action:

Studies carried out in mice show that sucupira extract may have analgesic effects.

According to research published in the Revista Brasileira de Plantas Medicinais, the mechanisms of analgesic effects remain unknown, but it can be induced that the presence of flavonoids reduces the production of prostaglandins responsible for pain.

2. Decreases muscle inflammation:

For a long time, this plant species has been frequently used by folk medicine to treat arthritis, gout and musculoskeletal diseases.

Studies show that sucupira extract can decrease muscle inflammation, induced by oxidative processes such as arthritis.

However, published studies are not performed in humans. So, we cannot say that this action would not also have deleterious effects on the body of those who make use of this fruit.

Good against ulcers:

Sucupira  extract has shown significant protection against gastric ulcers in animal research.

Therefore, the essential oil led to a reduction in the volume of exudate and a greater influx of neutrophils, defense cells.

Thus, it demonstrated that sucupira can exert an anti-ulcer and anti-inflammatory effect, and may be further studied as a therapeutic option for the treatment of gastric ulcers and inflammatory diseases.

However, more studies need to be carried out in humans in order to analyze possible side effects and safety of use.

Fight osteoarthritis:

Yes, it  has anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. With this, it helps in the treatment of the disease and promotes the relief of pain caused by osteoarthritis.

Fight cancer:

There is a kind of oil in the seed husk and this liquid is widely used to do many things.

In addition, it is believed that the substance helps in the fight against prostate cancer, a problem that affects men over the age of 40.

Relieves the nervous system:

One of the properties found in sucupira extract  is anesthetic, which locks the nervous system in a certain region, thus relieving symptoms of pain, fever and others that we may feel.

Indicated for various diseases:

Who has parrot’s beak, gastritis, hemorrhages, worms, dermatoses, uric acid , tonsillitis , canker sores and spasmodic pain.

There is still no scientific proof about the benefits of sucupira extract , those who have used the plant for hundreds of years believe that it can cure anyone.

Bone pains:

Anyone who drinks sucupira extract tea  and has problems such as bone pain, rheumatism , joint pain and arthritis will be able to feel some relief.

In addition, the drink is also indicated to relieve the symptoms of these diseases.

harm

Although the consumption of sucupira extract  does not present any type of contraindication, experts mention that exaggeration is never allowed, as this could cause problems in the body.

Regarding the tea from the seed, it is also recommended to ingest it for 15 days and also take a break of 15 days before taking it again.

All these benefits of sucupira extract  demonstrate very well how nature provides all the necessary resources for the prevention and treatment of the most diverse types of diseases.