Sacred to take Cats Claw, any side effects?

Hi Char,

I wouldn't be scared to take herbs but it is good to be informed of possible side effects. Cats claw is widely used for a variety of ailments and is in general considered to be a very safe herb. I haven't heard of anyone having vomiting and diarrhea from cats claw.

The best thing I can recommend, especially if you are nervous about taking herbals is to consult a herbalist close to you. They are generally affordable and can help you guide what herbs would be good for you.

If you are unable to afford an herbalist, there are books on the safety and efficacy of herbs. Stephen Buhners is a little outdated but still has listed side effects of herbs, cats claw being one of them. The book is titled, 'healing lyme' My library has that book in stock as well so you could try that out.

~beth

Cat's Claw causes a significant herx, but it should be fine if you build up very slowly.

Margaret