5. Anti-Allergenic Properties
During the change of seasons, particularly from winter to the springtime, people with allergies are at risk of flares in their symptoms due to the increase of pollen and dust in the air. Viruses and bacteria also choose these times of the year to be most active, and many of them attach to allergens where they end up in the sinus and lungs of sensitive individuals.
As a result, the patient may start to notice signs of sinus irritation and inflammation. The affected individual may develop symptoms of a runny nose and congestion, along with fatigue and a general feeling of unwellness.
Supplementing with a cat’s claw powder can be beneficial for people who suffer from allergies. The anti-allergenic properties of the vine soothe the pressure and headache associated with sinus flares while reducing inflammation in the throat.
While there is no clinical research to support the claims that cats claw has anti-allergenic properties, plenty of anecdotal evidence exists to support its use in treating flares.