(also referred to as...)
Para Toda, Brazilian Ginseng
Latin Name: Pfaffia paniculata
Family: Amaranthaceae
Description
Called "the Brazilian ginseng", Suma is from South America and is not very common in North America. It is an energy tonic adaptogen and is said to be equal in properties to Siberian ginseng.
Ailments / Situations Where Used
Traditionally, this plant has been used as a food to help strengthen and build the body. Suma can be quite uplifting and supplies a pretty good boost of energy.
Most of the research done on this plant has been conducted at Sao Paulo University by Dr. Milton Brazzarch, whose wife cured herself of breast cancer using high doses of suma daily. He then went on and used it on many people with several different forms of cancer with very amazing results.
Suma contains high concentrations of germanium that work on the body by eliminating toxic metals, acting as an antioxidant, and neutralizing acids in the blood (caused by over-consumption of dairy, meats, refined foods, and alcohol). Germanium boosts the immune system and is an energy modulator. It is believed that germanium poses a challenge to cancer cells. Suma is used for low energy levels, excessive stress, chronic fatigue, low blood pressure, and to build the appetite. This plant is also used for sexual debility.
There is much potential for this wonderful plant and it shall be further investigated into potential uses.
Source
Root
Preparations
Suma is most commonly found in powdered form. Stir one tablespoon into a morning shake.
Infusion: Add 1 teaspoon suma powder to one cup boiling water and let steep for 10 minutes. Take three times daily.
Contraindications / Precautions / Warnings
There are no known contraindications, although this plant does need to be further investigated.
Ailment / Situation Listing
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