Leonie Quigley
Herb of the Week
Devils Claw - Scientific name (Harpagophytum procumbens)
Parts used: Root
Main Actions:
Anti-inflammatory
Antirheumatic – prevents and relieves inflammation and pain in the joints, muscles and connective tissue caused by rheumatism
Analgesic – relieves pain
Bitter tonic – stimulates salivary glands to improve digestion.
Warnings
Do not use if you have a peptic (stomach) ulcer.
