Benefits of the Coca Leaf

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Plants have been used as both food and medicine since the beginning. For centuries we have been using plant remedies and medicines to prevent and cure all sorts of ailments. The coca plant is native to Western South America with over 250 varieties, the properties of this plant have been used for health and healing purposes by many ancient civilizations. In our modern times we have also abused the purpose of this plant, but that is a whole other story. What we do know is that when used appropriately, this plant contains many beneficial nutritive and health properties.

The Coca Leaf is an excellent source of protein, carbohydrates, fiber as well as vitamins A - E.

The coca leaf’s documented ancient uses and those discovered by modern science span a large area of health conditions. They include using the coca leaf as an anesthetic to alleviate the pain of headache, rheumatism, wounds and sores, etc. People also chew coca leaves to relieve hunger and fatigue and to enhance physical performance.

Coca extracts are used for stimulating stomach function, causing sedation, and treating asthma, colds, and other ailments. Coca tea is commonly used for altitude sickness in the Peruvian Andes and other parts of the world. There have also been reports of using the leaves as a stimulant for concentration and enhancing cognitive function. In addition, coca appears to be a useful treatment for various gastrointestinal ailments, motion sickness, and laryngeal fatigue. It can help in weight reduction programs and physical fitness, and may be a fast-acting anti-depressant.

When the coca leaves are chewed they produce a sense of warmth in the mouth and have a pleasant, pungent taste. This is a natural form of coca and does not produce toxicity or dependence. As mentioned, the coca leaf is native to certain parts of South America, like Peru, so the best way to take advantage of its unique benefits is to go and experience it for yourself... Or get your hands on a bottle of AGWA!