Product Name: Betulin/Birch Bark Extract Betulin Specification: Betulin 80%, 90%, 95%, 98%; Tested: HPLC CAS No.: 472-15-1 Appearance: White Powder Molecular Formula: C30H48O3 Main Function: 1.Adaptogenic and immunomodulating activities 2.Antioxidant and antihypoxic activities 3.Hepatoprotective, detoxic, hypolipidemic activities 4.Anti-inflammatory and antiallergic activity 5.Antimutagen and anticancer activities 6.Antiviral and antituberculous activity 7.Temoleptic activity Application: ? Food supplement Birch bark has been shown to act as a laxative and diuretic, and many consume it orally to treat their gout, rheumatism and kidney stones. In fact, one of the plant’s chemical components, Betulinic Acid, is currently being tested as a promising cancer treatment. The water soluble form of the acid inhibited the growth of human prostate cancer cells by nearly 96%, according to a Weill Cornell research team. Some researchers believe that it has the ability to destroy tumor cells and slow the growth of both HIV and melanoma. ? Cosmetics With regards to skincare, it’s often administered as a natural medicinal treatment because it helps facilitate the excretion of fluids and promote metabolic activity. Its anti-inflammatory and skin soothing abilities are often used to treat eczema, psoriasis and warts. Since it conatins vitamins B1, B2, A, C and E, it is also believed to work as an antioxidant. Most people use it in one of four ways: As an infusion, decoction, extract or tincture. http://www.rebeccabio.com