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The pata-de-vaca, also known as cow's claw, cow's hand or ox's claw, is a medicinal plant rich in flavonoids, steroids, tannins and alkaloids, with antioxidant, diuretic and hypoglycemic properties, 00:00 introduction 00:47 difference between species 02:00 used in the treatment of urinary problems 03:03 fights cancer 03:47 treatment of anemia and obesity 06:05 cannot be used by children or pregnant women The main differences between the species of Pata de Vaca are the presence of branches with thorns and exclusively white flowers, as the other species of the Bauhinia genus do not have thorns and have flowers that are colored between white and pink. In home medicine, the infusion of the leaves is used as an aid in the treatment of Helping to control blood sugar levels - Some studies conducted on laboratory rats show that the cow's foot controls blood sugar levels, due to the presence of flavonoids that are capable of reducing blood sugar levels. However, for this effect to actually occur, physical exercise is necessary, because the effect is precisely to stimulate muscle cells not to use the glucose that is in the blood. In addition, the cow's foot has diuretic properties, which stimulate urine production and eliminate excess sugar through the urine. Helping to treat urinary problems - The flavonoid kaempferitrin has a diuretic and hypoglycemic effect and also repairs damage to kidney cells, treating urinary infections, bladder stones or kidney stones. RECIPES 1. Cow's foot tea Ingredients: 1 dessert spoon of chopped dried or fresh leaves 1 teacup of boiling water. Preparation: Add the cow's foot leaves to the boiling water, with the flame turned off. Cover and let stand for 5 to 10 minutes. Strain, wait for it to cool and drink 1 to 2 cups of cow's foot tea per day, preferably after meals. Use 1 cup of tea 2 to 3 times a day. 2. Capsules can be 250 mg 2 times a day. 3. Cow's foot tincture - 30 to 40 drops, three times a day, or as directed by a doctor. Download the free ebook: 5 mistakes you make in your daily life that ruin your health: https://angelaxavier.com.br/05erros-a... See behind the scenes of my day to day on Instagram → / draangelaxavier Website → https://angelaxavier.com.br/ Facebook → / draangelaxavier