O potencial de Luehea divaricata como tratamento fitoterápico tradicional no combate a diabetes mellitus em uma comunidade amazônica

Abstract

This dissertation aims to investigate the use of Luehea divaricata, a medicinal plant with notable phytotherapeutic potential, in the treatment of Diabetes mellitus in the Quilombola Agrovillage of Macapazinho, located in the municipality of Castanhal, in the northeastern region of the state of Pará. The research was conducted through a descriptive qualitative methodological approach, employing techniques such as Respondent Driven Sampling (RDS), interviews, and a scientific review of the active properties of the aforementioned species. The results indicated the anti-diabetic potential of the plant due to the presence of active principles that act in reducing glycemia, offering promising prospects for future scientific investigations in combating diabetes. The validation of its use as a phytotherapeutic medicine will require a systematic application of precision and accuracy tests, in accordance with the guidelines established by the National Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA).