Ge Gen Root vs Breadfruit Leaf

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Ge Gen Root

Pueraria montana var. thomsonii

Cardiovascular

Artocarpus altilis

Cardiovascular

Ge Gen Root

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Breadfruit Leaf

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

TCM herb that releases exterior, raises yang, and nourishes fluids; used for neck stiffness and diarrhea.

A Pacific Island staple tree whose leaves are used in traditional Polynesian and Caribbean medicine for hypertension and diabetes.

Active Compounds

puerarin, daidzin, daidzein, beta-sitosterol, calcium

Flavonoids, Phenolic compounds, Cycloartenol, Lupeol

Traditional Uses

Releases exterior and raises yang, Neck stiffness and headache, Diarrhea from damp-heat, Generates fluids

Hypertension, Diabetes, Liver disorders, Skin infections

Modern Uses

Antihypertensive, Vasodilator, Blood sugar regulation, Alcohol metabolism support

Antihypertensive, Hypoglycemic, Antimicrobial, Anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

9-15g dried; 500mg standardized puerarin

3-5 dried leaves as tea 2x daily

Contraindications

Stomach cold conditions, Pregnancy caution

Hypotension, Diabetes medications, Pregnancy

Side Effects

GI upset

Hypotension, Hypoglycemia

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E