Rainforest/Indigenous

Suma

Pfaffia paniculata

Tradition of Use: Brazilian indigenous, Western adoption

Mechanism of Action

Adaptogenic, anabolic via ecdysteroids, immunomodulating, nutritive

Key Conditions & Uses

Fatigue

stress

athletic performance

immune support

hormone balance

cancer support

Preparation

Powder, capsule, tincture

Dosage

500-1000mg extract or 2-4g powder 2x daily

Active Compounds

Ecdysteroids (pfaffosides), saponins, allantoin, beta-ecdysone

Interactions

May interact with immunosuppressants, hormone therapies (theoretical)

Contraindications

Hormone-sensitive cancers (debated); pregnancy (insufficient data)

Evidence Level & Clinical Notes

Evidence Level:

Limited - traditional use; ecdysteroid content documented

Clinical Notes:

Brazilian ginseng; adaptogen; nutritive tonic; root used; contains ecdysteroids (anabolic); safe

Conditions This Helps

Chronic Fatigue / Fibromyalgia Chronic EBV / Mono Reactivation Hormone Imbalance Cancer (Integrative Support)

Quick Overview

TraditionRainforest/Indigenous

GBS Score67/100

Key Uses6

Key Points

Evidence-based information

Traditional wisdom

Safety information

Clinical applications

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