Cat's Claw
Uncaria tomentosa
Named for the thorns, valued for what's inside them.
Cat's claw takes its common name from the small, curved thorns along its vine — the plant's most visible feature, though not the reason it's used.
Ours is sourced from Peru, where the woody vine grows throughout the Amazon rainforest, climbing host trees toward the canopy.
It's a plant indigenous Peruvian communities have relied on for generations, and one we source with the same regional respect.
A rainforest vine, and a long memory to go with it.
A vine with deep roots in Andean and Amazonian practice.
Indigenous communities throughout the Andean and Amazonian regions have long incorporated cat's claw into herbal practice, typically prepared as a decoction from the bark.
Cat's claw is traditionally used to support immune wellness and joint comfort — a description of that historical role, not a claim about individual outcomes.
Traditional and modern preparation.
Traditional: Bark brewed as a decoction or tea in Andean and Amazonian herbal practice.
Modern: Powder stirred into a smoothie. Capsules taken with a meal.
Present in both I AM Vitality formats.
Read this before you begin.
If you have an autoimmune condition, take immunosuppressant medication, are pregnant or nursing, or take prescription medication, consult a healthcare provider before use.
This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Where it's grown, and how it's verified.
Sourced from Peru and processed in an FDA-registered facility. Every batch is third-party lab tested before it reaches a shelf.
Common questions on cat's claw.
How much cat's claw is in I AM Vitality?
100mg per serving in the powder, 50mg per capsule.
Why is it called cat's claw?
For the small, curved thorns that grow along the vine, resembling a cat's claw.
Is cat's claw safe for everyone?
Those with autoimmune conditions or on immunosuppressant therapy should consult a healthcare provider before use.
What part of the plant is used?
The bark, prepared traditionally as a decoction and, here, as a dried botanical ingredient.