Abajerú is a medicinal plant, also known as Bajarú, Guajeru, Abajero, Ajuru or Ariu and is widely used in the treatment of diabetes, as it helps control blood sugar levels, especially type 2 diabetes.
However, it can also be used to control diarrhea and joint and skin inflammation.
Its scientific name is Chrysobalanus icaco and, it can be purchased in natural product stores or compounding pharmacies.
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Abajerú is used to help in the treatment of chronic blennorrhagia, type 2 diabetes, diarrhea and rheumatism, in addition to being able to help lower cholesterol and lose weight.
Properties of abajerú
The properties of abajerú include antiblenorrhagic, antidiabetic, antirheumatic and diuretic action.
Mode of use of abajerú
The most used part of the abajerú is the leaf to prepare teas and infusions.
Therefore, to make an infusion to control diabetes, you must place 20 leaves of the plant in a liter of boiling water and let it rest for 15 minutes and then strain and drink 3 cups a day.
However, you can also eat the fruit raw, cooked or prepared into sweets or preserves. Additionally, the seeds contain an oil that can be added to salads.
Abajerú side effects
Abajerú does not cause any known side effects and, therefore, is not contraindicated in any situation.
