Wednesday, April 3, 2013

Night-blooming Cereus (Cactus)

Night blooming cereus is a type of cactus also known as Cactus grandiflorus native to deserts and semi-desert regions of Mexico, the southern USA, Cuba and Jamaica. The flower, stem and young shoots of this plant is used for medicinal purposes. The main constituents are biogenic amines -methyl and dimethyl tyramine, phenylethylamine and flavonoid glycosides. 

Effective for: 
  • Angina 
  • Cardiac rhythm disorders 
  • Mitral valve prolapse 
  • Strengthening of heart muscle 

Supplements: 
The value of cactus is therapeutic not preventive, only people diagnosed with heart disease should use it. 

Recommended Dose: 
½ teaspoon daily 

Side effects and precautions: 
People suffering from any heart condition should use under doctors supervision.

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