ManyĀ studies haveĀ shownĀ that palo azul is rich in flavonoids and polyphenols.Ā AĀ 2021 studyĀ identified several types ofĀ phytonutrientsĀ in palo azul includingĀ "flavonoids, polyphenols, phenolic compounds, flavones, flavanones,Ā isoflavones chalcones and dihydrochalcones."Ā
Recent studies have shown that palo azul exhibited significant anti-inflammatoryĀ activity andĀ also inhibited the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines. One of the studies concluded that "these results give support to the use of this plant as an anti-inflammatory."
Numerous studies have shown that palo azul tea exhibited significant antioxidant activity due to its polyphenolic/flavonoid rich content. Because of this property, the studies showed that palo azul tea inhibitedĀ oxidative stress and free radicals.
Studies haveĀ found that palo azul tea has a small amount of potassium, which gives it "alkalinizingĀ nature"Ā in the body.Ā Many studiesĀ have shownĀ that alkaline drinks areĀ beneficial for hydration, digestion and dental health.
Palo azul tea is caffeine-free, so it's great for later in the day or whenever you need a break from caffeine. There's nothing wrong with caffeine, but when consumed in excess, studies show that itĀ may lead toĀ insomnia, anxiety and digestive issues.
SeveralĀ studies showed that palo azul tea exhibited diuretic activity. One study found thatĀ palo azul is a "potassium-sparing diuretic", which means that it flushes out toxins without electrolyte loss because itĀ spares potassium, so it doesn't lead to dehydration.