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ORIGINS & USES

• Used for centuries by Indigenous peoples of the Caribbean and northern South America to support digestion and address parasitic and febrile conditions

• Naturally rich in quassinoids, intensely bitter compounds associated with digestive stimulation and antimicrobial activity

• Named after Graman Quassi, an 18th-century Surinamese healer whose knowledge brought the plant into European herbal medicine

• Traditionally prepared as a decoction or infusion to stimulate appetite, support gut health, and promote internal cleansing

RESEARCH

• Studies suggest quassia exhibits antimicrobial, antiparasitic, and anti-inflammatory activity in laboratory studies

• Research indicates its bitter compounds may stimulate digestive secretions and support appetite and digestive efficiency

NOTES

• Generally well tolerated in small doses; excessive intake may cause nausea or digestive irritation

• Not recommended during pregnancy or long-term continuous use due to potency