With the goal of losing weight, and knowing that resorting to medicines is not the best way, many people end up researching? Natural alternatives? to help with this process.
In this context, many people end up wondering if the sacred Cascara? which is well known in Brazil for its laxative effect? It can help anyone who wants to lose weight.
Vanderli Marchiori, nutritionist and vice president of APFIT (Paulista Association of Phytotherapy) points out, however, that the sacred Cascara has no weight loss role (as many people think).
Thinking about it, below you clarify this and other doubts about the plant and check if there are risks in its use.
What is holy cascara?
Its scientific name is Rhamnus purshiana, but it is well known as the sacred cascara. This Native American plant is rich in purgative properties, responsible for the bitter taste of the ingredient.
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Vanderli emphasizes that Cascara is a plant that has a purgative role (when it causes the elimination of diarrheal stools) and also laxative (when it causes the elimination of stools that have normal consistency). This means that its performance is focused on the intestine and is therefore a widely used plant. It is worth mentioning that she has no weight loss paper ?, he says.
Sacred Cascara Tea
The best known and safest way to consume the sacred Cascara is through its tea. Below, Vanderli explains how to prepare it:
- Boil 1 liter of water;
- Add 1 teaspoon of the strikethrough sacred cascara (found in manipulation pharmacies or natural grocery stores);
- Keep the boil in a lid for 5 more minutes. Then hang up.
- Stifle for another 10 minutes;
- Strain to drink.
The benefits of consuming this plant
Vanderli explains that the sacred Cascara irritates the intestinal wall and therefore improves bowel movement. "Because of this action, it is used in some detox protocols," he says.
In this sense, the sacred Cascara can be indicated in some treatments, such as:
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- Constipation;
- Abdominal bloating;
- Hemorrhoids, among others.
However, it is noteworthy, should only be used when there is medical or nutritionist indication.
Sacred cascara lose weight?
Vanderli points out that the sacred cask has no weight loss role. "It does not help exactly those who want to lose weight, but it helps people who are taking weight loss drugs that lock the gut," he explains.
How to use Sacred Cascara
Vanderli points out that the best and safest way will always be to use the sacred Cascara in teas.
The recommendation is usually to drink 1-2 cups a day. However, this guidance should be given by the doctor or nutritionist. The sacred Cascara can be purchased at health food stores and some pharmacies for manipulation. "The capsule dose should always be calculated by a nutritionist or herbalist," adds Vanderli.
In the gallery below you can see some examples of how and where the sacred cask can be found. But it is worth noting that it should be used only if indicated.
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Now Foods Cascara Sagrada for R $ 14,24 at E Vitamins
Cascara Sagrada (capsules) Herbarium for R $ 25,20 on Netfarma
Cascara Sagrada GNC (capsules) for R $ 109 at GNC Supplements
Natures Answer Cascara Sagrada (capsules) for R $ 109 at GNC Supplements
Cascara Tea Sagrada Mil Herbs for R $ 3 at Relva Verde Store
Cascara Sagrada Dr. Green (capsules) for R $ 25 at Grain Flavor
Sagrada Flor do Campo Cascara Tea for R $ 6.50 at the Emporium Apis Botany
Drops of Sacred Cascara for R $ 44 on Biovea
Nature? S Herbs Cascara Sagrada (capsules) for R $ 27,64 at E Vitamins
Cascara Sagrada Bionatus (capsules) for R $ 30,46 at Onofre
Sacred Cascara Side Effects
Vanderli explains that there are side effects of using the holy mask:
- Reduction in nutrient and drug absorption;
- Inactivation of the contraceptive effect of pills if taken together;
- Dehydration due to excess bowel movements, depending on frequency and volume of consumption.
Depending on the case, symptoms such as tiredness, abdominal cramps, lack of appetite, nausea, loss of regularity to defecate, sweating, dizziness and vomiting may also occur.
Contraindications of the Sacred Cascara
Nutritionist Vanderli highlights the contraindications:
- All inflammatory bowel syndromes;
- Intestinal occlusion;
- Gastritis and digestive ulcers;
- Digestive cancer.
The Sacred Cascara is also contraindicated for pregnant women, infants and patients with dehydration who have gastrointestinal disorders (such as diarrhea, cramps, nausea and vomiting).
It is noteworthy that the intake of the sacred cask should always be directed by a specialist and should also be done for a limited time. Improper use of the sacred cask can cause laxative dependence, meaning that the bowel will function perfectly only when stimulated.
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