This plant is of particular use in cleansing the lymph system. Chaparral is so powerful, that parasites will leave the system, while dangerous microbes will also leave or succumb to it. Many universities have tested Chaparral and found it aids in dissolving tumors and in fighting cancer. Chaparral is famous for its role in combating cancer, by virtue of its primary constituent, NDGA (nordihydroquaiaretic acid), a powerful anti-oxidant and anti-tumor agent. It is a strong anti-oxidant, painkiller and antiseptic. Chaparral tones the system, rebuilds tissues and is very effective on problems of the urethral tract, blood, liver and lymphatic system.