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Evidence primarily supports traditional use for appetite loss and mild digestive issues. Modern research is limited but suggests potential anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antiparasitic effects, requiring further study.
Benefits
- Traditionally used as a bitter tonic
- aids digestion
- stimulates appetite
- possesses anti-inflammatory
- antimicrobial
- and antiparasitic properties.
Key compounds
ThujoneChamazuleneMyrceneCis-epoxyocimeneCis-chrysanthenyl acetateTrans-sabinyl acetateSesquiterpene lactonesFlavonoids
May help with
- Historically used for temporary loss of appetite
- mild dyspeptic/gastrointestinal disorders
- and to expel intestinal worms
- also as a tonic and digestive aid.
Best for these goals
Traditionally used as a bitter tonicaids digestionstimulates appetitepossesses anti-inflammatoryantimicrobialand antiparasitic properties.
How to use it
Herbal tea; Powdered herbal substance; Expressed juice; Tincture
Evidence level
Traditional
Cautions & interactions
Contraindicated in pregnancy, lactation, children under 18, and individuals with bile duct obstruction, cholangitis, or liver disease. Use with caution in gallstone patients. Thujone is neurotoxic; daily exposure should be below 6.0 mg. | Interactions: No major interactions documented; use standard caution. Potential for interaction with drugs metabolized by CYP2B6 and CYP3A4, though clinical relevance is undetermined.
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