Cat's claw is an herb popular among the indigenous people of
Peru, where it is used to treat cancer, diabetes, ulcers,
arthritis, and infections, as well as to assist in recovery from
childbirth. It is also used as a contraceptive. There are two
primary species of cat’s claw used medicinally: What Is Cat's
Claw Used for Today? Cat's claw is most often marketed as a
treatment for viral diseases, such as , and feline leukemia
virus. However, the evidence for these uses is extremely
preliminary. The most meaningful study yet performed on cat's
claw suggests that the species might be helpful for an entirely
different condition: In addition, one trial indicates that a
certain type of may be modestly helpful for people with Cat's
claw has also been proposed as a treatment for , but there is no
meaningful evidence as yet that it is effective for these
conditions. What Is the Scientific Evidence for Cat's Claw? A
4-week, double-blind, trial evaluated the potential benefits of
cat’s claw ( species) for the treatment o