Devil's claw is a plant native to southern Africa. Its name comes from the small hooks on the plant's fruit.
The active ingredients in devil's claw are believed to be iridoid glycosides called harpagosides, which are
found in the secondary root. Devil's claw has been used for thousands of years in Africa for fever, rheumatoid arthritis, skin conditions, and conditions involving the gallbladder, pancreas, stomach and kidneys.In the early 1900's, devil's claw was brought to Europe. It is used to improve digestion, as the bitter taste of devil's claw tea is thought to stimulate digestive juices.

Devil's claw Extract Description:

Product name:Devil's Claw Extract
Latin Name: Harpagophytum procumbens.
Appearance:Brown powder
Product Specification:1%-5%Harpagoside
Active ingredient:Harpagoside
Part used:root
Test Method:HPLC

Devil's claw Extract Function:

Devils' claw has been effective in the treatment of some cases of arthritis. The action seems to be due to the presence of a glycoside called harpagoside that reduces inflammation in the joints. However it is not always effective, but is worth considering in cases where there is inflammation with pain. Devil's claw also assists in stimulating and cleansing the liver and gall bladder and will therefore assist removing toxins from the body.
1) Improve the vitality of the joints.
2) Stimulating appetite and aid digestion.
3) Balance cholesterol and fatty acids in the blood.
4) Used in treatment of bronchial asthma,Ulcerative Colitis,rheumatism disease.