Palo Azul Benefits
Antioxidant
Studies show that palo azul has around 2-8x more polyphenols (antioxidants) than green tea. Due to its high polyphenol content, numerous studies show that palo azul exhibited significant antioxidant activity, it inhibited oxidative stress, free radicals, lipid peroxidation, AGEs, and it boosts glutathione.
Anti-inflammatory
Numerous studies show that palo azul exhibited significant anti-inflammatory activity and also inhibited the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines. One study concluded that "these results give support to the use of this plant as an anti-inflammatory in traditional medicine."
Alkaline
Several studies found that palo azul has electrolytes such as potassium, magnesium, sodium and calcium, which give it an "alkalinizing nature". Therefore, palo azul "decreases the acidity of urine" and "dissolves acidic precipitants (kidney stones)". Many studies show that alkaline drinks are better for hydration, digestion and dental health.
Potassium-Saving Diuretic
Several studies show that palo azul tea exhibits diuretic activity and it's a "potassium-sparing diuretic". This means that palo azul flushes out toxins without electrolyte loss because it spares potassium, so it doesn't dehydrate you like regular diuretics such as green tea or coffee, which do flush out electrolytes.
Flavonoids
Many studies have shown that palo azul is rich in flavonoids and polyphenols. A 2021 study identified several types of phytonutrients in palo azul including "flavonoids, polyphenols, phenolic compounds, flavones, flavanones, isoflavones chalcones and dihydrochalcones."
Caffeine-Free
Palo azul tea is caffeine-free, so it's great for detoxing later in the day if you consume processed foods or alcohol because it inhibits oxidative stress, inflammation, & lipid peroxidation, all of which are caused by processed foods and alcohol. Studies show that when caffeine is consumed in excess, it may lead to insomnia, anxiety and digestive issues.
Top Reasons to Buy Organic Palo Azul
We're proud to offer the only 100% USDA Organic Certified palo azul, so it is grown harmoniously as nature intended. Our palo azul trees blossom naturally, and there’s no irrigation, pesticides, or synthetic fertilizers because the entire land has been certified since 2009. Not only is organic better for our health, it's also better for the farmers, the environment, and the sustainable agriculture of plants.
Top Reasons to Buy Sustainably Sourced Palo Azul
Our mission is to share sustainably sourced palo azul so that everyone can enjoy this magical tea. Fortunately, we found a 12,000 acre natural reserve flourishing with palo azul that is Wildlife Friendly Certified and they’re enrolled in Mexico's Federal Program for Natural Protected Areas, so we're committed to a culture of sustainability.