Persea americana vs Breadfruit Leaf

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Persea americana

Cardiovascular

Artocarpus altilis

Cardiovascular

Persea americana

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Breadfruit Leaf

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Tropical fruit tree; leaves and seed used in Mexican and Central American folk medicine for diabetes and hypertension.

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

Active Compounds

persenone A, fatty acids, flavonoids, tannins, quercetin, potassium

Flavonoids, Phenolic compounds, Cycloartenol, Lupeol

Traditional Uses

diabetes, hypertension, diarrhea, kidney conditions, skin health

Hypertension, Diabetes, Liver disorders, Skin infections

Modern Uses

anti-diabetic, antihypertensive, anti-inflammatory, skin moisturizer

Antihypertensive, Hypoglycemic, Antimicrobial, Anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

Leaf tea 3-5g 2x/day; fruit as food; seed powder

3-5 dried leaves as tea 2x daily

Contraindications

pregnancy (leaf tea in high doses), latex allergy, kidney disease (with leaf excess)

Hypotension, Diabetes medications, Pregnancy

Side Effects

GI upset, kidney irritation with excess leaf

Hypotension, Hypoglycemia

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E