Native to the Amazon regions of Central and South America, Pau D’arco is potent evergreen tree featuring colorful flowers. Pau D’arco Tea is made from the ground inner bark where most of the nutrients of this plant can be found. It contains two chemical compounds in the naphthoquinoes family called lapachol and beta-lapachone that make Pau D’arco so mighty. It also has powerful antioxidants that contribute to its potency. If you’re looking to combine Pau D’Arco Tea with other nutritional supplements, it is effective with Echinacea and other antioxidants like Vitamins C and E. Start your regimen of Pau D’Arco Tea slowly to gage side-effects and to ensure your body has time to warm up to it’s powerful nutrients. How to Take Pau D’arco Tea: Drink one to two cups of Pau D’arco tea daily. Add a variety of tea toppings to mask the slightly bitter flavor. Let tea bag soak in water for 5-10 minutes before consuming. When combined with regular exercise and balanced diet, Pau D’arco will help you achieve its maximum cleansing potential. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding you should consult with a doctor before use. If you are on any medications check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any supplement. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, test, cure or prevent any disease.