• Decreases Blood Sugar
• Fights cancer
• Fights bacterial, viral and fungal infections
• Lowers inflammation
• Has antioxidant activity
• Protects the liver
• Contains adaptogens to help the body deal with stress

Other studies have shown that Costus root:

• Reduces pain and fever and has anti-inflammatory effects.
• Improves symptoms of ulcerative colitis and IBS
• Also has activity against worm (nematode) infections. Some research shows that costus root reduces the number of worm eggs in the feces about as effectively as treatment with a standard medication.
• Costus has also been used for asthma and cough.

Note: This information should not be used as a substitute for personal medical advice.