
A: It is ellagic acid. It helps reduce the aldose reductase in the blood of diabetics. Chanca Piedra has a very high level of this phytochemical—six times higher than quercetin, which is well known for its high ellagic acid level! Scientific studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of Phyllanthus niruri (botanical name of Chanca Piedra) in reducing aldose reductase level in the blood. To read more about this study, click here. To read more about all aspects of Chanca Piedra, click here.