DIM Natural vs Anatolian Borage

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

DIM Natural

Brassica oleracea extract

Hormonal

Borago officinalis var. turcica

Hormonal

DIM Natural

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Anatolian Borage

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Cruciferous vegetable extract for estrogen metabolism balance.

Borage cultivated widely in Turkey for seed oil and traditional use in adrenal and hormonal support.

Active Compounds

DIM, Indole-3-carbinol, Sulforaphane

GLA, linoleic acid, pyrrolizidine alkaloids, mucilage

Traditional Uses

Estrogen dominance, Hormonal acne, Fibroids

adrenal tonic, anti-inflammatory for arthritis, treatment of skin conditions

Modern Uses

Estrogen metabolizer, Anti-estrogenic, Detox support

GLA source, anti-inflammatory, hormonal support

Adult Dosage

100-200mg DIM daily with fat-containing food

500-1000mg GLA as seed oil daily

Contraindications

Hormone-sensitive conditions, Pregnancy, Thyroid medications

liver disease, pregnancy - PA content

Side Effects

GI upset, Dark urine, Headache

liver toxicity with prolonged use

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E