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The Science Behind Funtumia Elastica

Funtumia elastica has a long history of traditional use in West Africa. Below is a collection of published, peer-reviewed research on the plant, part of its wider ethnopharmacological record.

European Journal of Medicinal Plants, 2014

Fibroblast Growth Stimulation, DPPH Antioxidant Assay and Antimicrobial Activities of Funtumia elastica Leaf Extracts

Laboratory research examining fibroblast growth stimulation, antioxidant activity and antimicrobial properties of Funtumia elastica leaf extracts.

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PubMed

Antimicrobial and Anti-inflammatory Properties of Funtumia elastica

Funtumia elastica (Preuss) Stapf. (Apocynaceae) has a long ethnopharmacological history for traditional uses including whooping cough, asthma, blennorhea, painful menstruation, fungal infections and wounds.

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ScienceDirect

Antiplasmodial and Antileishmanial Inhibitory Activity of Triterpenes and Steroidal Alkaloid from the Leaves of Funtumia elastica

Phytochemical research into compounds isolated from Funtumia elastica leaves.

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About This Research

The studies above are independent, published research into the Funtumia elastica plant and its traditional use. They are not clinical trials of Respa Gold Capsules. Respa Gold Capsules are a food supplement, not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, and should not replace a varied, balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. Please consult a healthcare professional before use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or under medical supervision.

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