• Provides anticancer support through cytotoxic and antiproliferative effects
• Supports anti-inflammatory balance and reduces swelling
• Helps lower blood sugar and supports metabolic health
• Provides antioxidant protection and cellular defense
• Supports wound healing and skin recovery
• Helps reduce digestive discomfort and bloating
• Supports immune function
• Helps reduce fever and soothe infections
• Supports detoxification and liver wellness
 
 
Coleus scutellarioides, also known as Painted Nettle or Coleus, is widely recognized for its ornamental beauty but also holds a long history in traditional herbal medicine. The leaves have been used for their cooling, anti-inflammatory, and digestive-soothing properties. In traditional practices, they are consumed as teas or used as poultices to calm inflammation, aid digestion, support skin recovery, and relieve fever.
Modern preclinical studies indicate that Coleus scutellarioides leaf extracts possess cytotoxic and antiproliferative activity, showing potential against several cancer cell lines due to their rich content of polyphenols, rosmarinic acid, and other antioxidant compounds.
Traditionally, the leaves are also used to support metabolic balance, reduce swelling, and soothe infections or skin irritation.
 
 
Top Health Benefits
 
1. Anticancer and Cellular Protection
Preclinical studies show cytotoxic and antiproliferative activity against cancer cell lines.
Rich in polyphenols that support long-term cellular protection.
 
2. Anti-Inflammatory Properties
Traditionally used to reduce swelling, irritation, and inflammatory discomfort throughout the body.
 
3. Blood Sugar Balance
Leaf extracts are traditionally used to help support healthy glucose metabolism and improve metabolic wellness.
 
4. Antioxidant Protection
Contains rosmarinic acid and flavonoids that help neutralize free radicals and protect tissues.
 
5. Skin Healing and Wound Support
Applied traditionally to support the healing of wounds, rashes, and skin irritation.
 
6. Digestive Support
Used to calm digestive discomfort, bloating, and mild stomach disturbances.
 
7. Immune Support
Traditional use includes supporting the body during infections and overall immune defense.
 
8. Fever Reduction
Consumed as a cooling herb to help reduce fever and heat-related symptoms.
 
9. Liver Health and Detoxification
Traditionally used to support cleansing processes and natural detox pathways.
 
 
Recommended Daily Dosage (Gelatin Capsule Form)
For antioxidant- and anti-inflammatory-rich herbs such as Coleus scutellarioides:
1–2 capsules daily (usually totaling 400–800 mg of dried leaf),
taken with meals for improved absorption and digestive comfort.
 
Important:
Not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women.
Individuals with blood sugar conditions should monitor levels when using this plant.
Not a replacement for cancer treatment; evidence is preclinical.