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Arrowroot vs Gambir

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Arrowroot

Maranta arundinacea

Digestive

Gambir

Uncaria gambir

Digestive

Description

A tropical plant producing an easily digestible starch, traditionally used to soothe irritated digestive tracts.

A Southeast Asian vine whose dried leaf extract is one of the most important traditional remedies for diarrhea in the region.

Active Compounds

Starch, Dietary fiber, B-vitamins, Iron

Catechin, Epicatechin, Gambiriine, Tannins

Traditional Uses

Diarrhea, GI irritation, Infant nutrition, Wound poultice

Diarrhea, Sore throat, Wound healing, Betel nut chewing

Modern Uses

Demulcent, Nutritive, Anti-diarrheal, Gluten-free thickener

Anti-diarrheal, Antioxidant, Antimicrobial, Antihypertensive

Adult Dosage

1-2 tbsp powder mixed with water or broth

1-3g extract daily

Contraindications

None well documented

Constipation, Iron deficiency

Side Effects

None commonly reported

Constipation, GI discomfort

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E

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