Chaparral
Avoid Chaparral
Larrea tridentata
Larrea divericata
greasewood
creosote bush
Chaparral contains Nordihydroguaiaretic acid (NDGA). This is the likely the ingredient which is toxic to cystic kidneys.
J Urol. 1994 Dec: 152(6pt 1):2089-91 . . .acquired renal cystic disease associated with consumption of chaparral tea: a case report.
Chaparral also contains antioxidant flavonoids and has demonstrated anti-amoeba activity in test tubes. It is a traditional Native American treatment for cramping pains, joint pains, and allergic problems. Modern research has revealed that Chaparral contains nordihydroguaiaretic acid (NDGA) has potent anti-inflammatory activity.
The primary product that is present at high concentrations in the leaves from this plant is nordihydroguaiaretic acid (NDGA) which is a powerful antioxidant. This is likely to cause kidney toxicity.
