Aveloz, also known as the San Sebastián Tree, Ciego, Coral Verde or Almeidinha, is a toxic plant that has been studied to fight cancer because it is capable of killing certain cancer cells, preventing their development and tumor reduction.
Aveloz is a plant native to Africa, but is found in northeastern Brazil and is usually about 4 meters tall, with several fleshy green branches and few leaves and flowers.
- Its scientific name is Euphorbia tirucalli and can be found in some manipulative pharmacies and in some naturist shops in the form of latex.
- However.
- It is recommended to consult a doctor or herbalist before consuming this plant.
- As it is quite toxic when not used properly.
Despite its toxicity, the main properties of Aveloz already proven by science include its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, fungicidal, antibiotic, laxative and expectorant action. For the antitumor property, more studies are needed.
Due to its various properties, Aveloz can be used to assist in the treatment of:
In addition, it is generally thought that this plant may also be useful against breast cancer, although studies have not shown that it is actually effective, so more research is needed on this.
“The way Aveloz is used should always be guided by a doctor, as the plant is quite toxic and can endanger the patient’s life.The most common way is to take 1 drop of latex diluted in 200 ml of water a day, during the time determined by your doctor.
It is not recommended to take this natural remedy without medical knowledge, as it can cause serious bodily injury.
Side effects of Aveloz are mainly related to direct contact with the plant, which can cause serious injury, burns, swelling and even tissue necrosis, in addition, if direct eye contact can cause burns and destroy the cornea resulting in permanent blindness in the absence of immediate medical attention.
When the latex in this plant is over-ingested or undiluted, vomiting, diarrhoea, severe irritation of gastric tissues, and ulcers, for example, may occur.
A Aveloz é contraindicada em qualquer caso em que seu uso não é indicado devido à sua elevada toxicidade, por isso é recomendado que seu uso só seja feito sob orientação médica ou do fitoterapeuta.