Description
"Chanca Piedra" (Phyllanthus niruri) is a tropical plant native to the Amazon rainforest and other warm climates, valued for its diverse phytochemical composition. It contains lignans, flavonoids, and alkaloids, which participate in enzymatic activity and metabolic regulation. This botanical supports cellular interactions linked to biochemical stability and physiological adaptation. It also influences pathways involved in detoxification and mineral balance. Long recognized in herbal traditions, chanca piedra remains a key element in plant-based wellness practices and natural health applications.
Functions in the Body
Category
Deficiency Symptoms
Since chanca piedra is not an essential nutrient, there are no deficiency symptoms associated with its absence.
Synergists & Antagonists
Chanca piedra is often taken with dandelion root, milk thistle, turmeric, and hydrangea root for kidney and liver support. No significant antagonistic effects exist.
Chanca Piedra
Warnings
Chanca piedra may interact with blood pressure and blood sugar medications, enhancing their effects. Individuals with low blood pressure or hypoglycemia should exercise caution. It is also not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding due to insufficient research.
Food Sources
Chanca piedra is not found in common food sources and is typically consumed as an herbal supplement or tea.
Time Frame
Chanca piedra can be taken any time, though some prefer to take it before meals to enhance its digestive benefits.
Depleted By
There are no specific dietary or lifestyle factors that deplete chanca piedra in the body.