Agave Blue vs Acacia nilotica

The source of tequila and mezcal; used medicinally across Mexico for wound healing, digestive disorders, and as a prebiotic via agavins; the heart (pina) contains saponins.

Ancient African and Middle Eastern tree; gum used since ancient Egypt; bark and pods medicinal.

Agavins (fructans), Saponins, Vitamin C, Minerals

gum arabic, arabinogalactans, gallic acid, ellagic acid, catechin, tannins

Wound healing and skin disorders in Mexican traditional medicine, Digestive tonic and prebiotic, Fever treatment

digestive disorders, cough, wound healing, gum disease, diarrhea

Prebiotic fiber for gut microbiome, Anti-inflammatory, Wound healing topically

prebiotic, astringent, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial

1-2 tablespoons agave extract daily; topical gel for wounds

5-15g gum or 3-6g bark tea daily

Agave syrup has high fructose – limit in metabolic conditions

excessive doses, drug absorption interference

GI disturbance in excess, Fermentation in gut

GI bloating, gas, generally safe