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Exciting new research is showing that cat’s claw may also have “nootropic” properties. This means acting as a neuroprotectant (protecting nerve cells) as well as stimulating brain cell regeneration.

There are actually several types of herbs that go by the name “cat’s claw” which hail from rainforest areas of Southeast Asia, Africa, and Central and South America. For the purposes in this article, we will be talking about the Uncaria tomentosa variety of cat’s claw. This herb is also known as Saventaro, Villacorta and, of course, Uña de Gato (“gato” being the Spanish word for cat). The herb got its name because of the shape of the long thorns that grow on the vine.

Cat’s claw hails from the highland areas of Peru in South America. Another Version of cat’s claw that grows in the lower regions of Peru, Uncaria Rubiacea, also contains many of the same healing properties.

Since then, dozens of studies have been conducted on cat’s claw to determine its benefits. One of the biggest benefits for all organ systems – including the brain – is how the herb can affect inflammatory markers.

Researchers found that components in cat’s claw have strong antioxidant effects on many kinds of free radicals, including highly reactive hydroxyl free radicals [7]. It also showed that cat’s claw can protect against the harm of mitochondrial membranes.

According to some experts [8], cat’s claw can help with memory and learning and can help stimulate neurogenesis (i.e. the growth of new brain cells). It does this in part by boosting levels of a substance called brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF).

In many people, cat’s claw’s anti-inflammatory and detoxifying qualities can help support balanced brain chemistry as well. According to the same Brazilian study mentioned above, cat’s claw has the ability to affect serotonin (5-HT2) receptors in the brain and increase tryptophan. This can help produce a state of calm and relaxation.

Many individuals take the cat’s claw herb because it appears to have the ability to calm a racing mind, help with anxiety, and assist in focusing and decision-making abilities.
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