What it is
Pau d'Arco, derived from the inner bark of Tabebuia trees, is utilized for its immune-supportive properties. It is recognized for its potential antifungal and antimicrobial actions, contributing to immune resilience.
Supplement · Immune Advanced Protocols
Pau d'Arco (Tabebuia)
500 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
frequent-infectionsfrequent infectionsslow-recovery immune systemlymphatic systemskin
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How it works
The active compounds in Pau d'Arco, such as lapachol and beta-lapachone, are believed to exert their effects by modulating immune responses and inhibiting the growth of certain fungi and bacteria. These actions can contribute to enhanced immune system function.
Who should take it
Adults looking to address frequent infections, low immunity, slow recovery. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.
Avoid / careful
Pregnant or nursing women without clinician oversight. People on prescription medication affecting the same pathway should consult a doctor before combining. Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses but mild GI upset can occur when starting.
When to take it
Morning
Noon
Evening
Night
How to take it
With food
Empty stomach
Before food
FAQs
Frequently asked
How long does it take to see results from Pau d'Arco?
Measurable effects on immune resilience are typically observed within 2-6 weeks of consistent daily use.
Can Pau d'Arco be taken with other supplements?
Pau d'Arco can be layered into broader protocols. However, consult a healthcare professional if you are on prescription medications affecting similar pathways.
What are the common side effects of Pau d'Arco?
Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses, but mild gastrointestinal upset may occur when first starting the supplement.
Research
6 studies · 2010–2024
Evidence grade
ABCD
C · C · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for immune resilience
From the blog
Editorial notes
SacredBod's longer take on Pau d'Arco (Tabebuia) — context the structured blocks above don't capture.
About Pau d’Arco (Tabebuia)
Pau d’Arco (Tabebuia) is a immune advanced protocols supplement used to support immune resilience. Lapacho bark for immune and antifungal support. It is available in capsule form and dosed for adults in India and internationally. As a western-tradition entry in the SacredBod catalog, it is positioned as a single-ingredient option that can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol. Pau d’Arco (Tabebuia) works through the mechanisms characteristic of its class — see the mechanism and research sections for detail. It primarily acts on the immune system, lymphatic system, and effects are dose-dependent, typically becoming measurable within 2-6 weeks for immune resilience. Consistency matters more than dose size for this category.
Evidence
Pau d’Arco (Tabebuia) carries an evidence grade of C in the SacredBod catalog, reflecting emerging human evidence for immune resilience. Lapacho bark for immune and antifungal support. Benefits are cumulative rather than immediate, typically becoming noticeable within 2-6 weeks for immune resilience, and individual response varies.
Dosing
A typical dose is 500 mg, taken with food, usually in the morning. Start at the lower end, assess tolerance, and stay consistent; more is not automatically better.
Cautions
Pregnant or nursing women without clinician oversight. People on prescription medication affecting the same pathway should consult a doctor before combining. Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses but mild GI upset can occur when starting.
Who it’s for
Adults looking to address frequent infections, low immunity, slow recovery. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.
As part of the Immune Advanced Protocols category, Pau d’Arco (Tabebuia) can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol — see the Goes with panel for evidence-aligned pairings.
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