• Supports strong anti-inflammatory activity and helps soothe swelling and irritation
• Helps regulate blood sugar and support metabolic health
• Provides moderate anticancer support with antioxidant and cytotoxic potential
• Supports skin healing, wound recovery, and irritation relief
• Helps protect the liver and support natural detoxification
• Supports digestive comfort and reduces stomach discomfort
• Helps combat bacterial and fungal infections
• Supports kidney and urinary wellness
• Promotes heart and circulatory health
 
 
Bixa orellana, commonly known as Achiote or Annatto, is a traditional medicinal plant used throughout Central and South America. The leaves and flowers are used for inflammation, digestive discomfort, skin problems, wound healing, and metabolic balance. The plant contains bioactive compounds such as bixin, norbixin, carotenoids, ellagic acid, and flavonoids that provide antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and hepatoprotective properties.
Traditionally, the leaves are used for fever, skin infections, urinary irritation, and wound washing, while the flowers are used for digestive imbalance, respiratory soothing, and calming internal heat. Modern research shows that Bixa orellana exhibits moderate anticancer activity, antibacterial effects, blood sugar–balancing activity, and liver protection.
 
 
Top Health Benefits
(Listed in order of strongest documented effects for this plant — most effective benefits appear first)
 
1. Anti-Inflammatory Support
Helps reduce swelling, tissue irritation, and internal inflammation.
Widely used for urinary discomfort, skin irritation, and digestive inflammation.
 
2. Blood Sugar & Metabolic Support
Leaves demonstrate glucose-lowering and metabolism-modulating effects.
Traditionally used to support healthy sugar balance.
 
3. Anticancer and Cellular Protection (Moderate strength)
Preclinical studies show cytotoxic potential against:
Liver cancer
Breast cancer
Cervical cancer
Leukemia cell lines
Effects attributed mainly to carotenoids and polyphenols.
 
4. Skin Healing & Wound Recovery
Traditionally applied to wounds, burns, rashes, and infections.
Supports tissue repair and antioxidant protection.
 
5. Liver Health & Detoxification
Provides hepatoprotective benefits, helping to reduce toxin load and protect liver cells.
 
6. Digestive Support
Traditionally used to reduce stomach discomfort, diarrhea, and digestive irritation.
 
7. Antimicrobial & Antifungal Support
Effective against bacterial and fungal disturbances affecting skin or digestion.
 
8. Kidney & Urinary Support
Used for urinary burning, kidney discomfort, inflammatory irritation, and mild infections.
 
9. Heart & Circulatory Support
Carotenoids support healthy cholesterol and circulatory function.
 
10. General Wellness
Provides antioxidants that support cellular health and overall wellness.
 
 
Recommended Daily Dosage (Gelatin Capsule Form)
For leaves and flowers of Bixa orellana:
1–2 capsules daily (400–800 mg of dried plant powder),
taken with meals.
 
Important:
Avoid use during pregnancy (traditional caution).
Safe for most individuals in moderate doses.
Anticancer activity is preclinical only; not a substitute for treatment.