Selenicereus grandiflorus vs Omega-3 Fish Oil Source

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Selenicereus grandiflorus

Cardiovascular

Eicosapentaenoic/Docosahexaenoic acid

Cardiovascular

Selenicereus grandiflorus

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Omega-3 Fish Oil Source

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

Climbing cactus from the Caribbean with giant night-blooming flowers, traditional cardiac herb.

Marine-derived essential fatty acids for cardiovascular and brain health.

Active Compounds

cactine, hordenine, tyramine, flavonoids

EPA, DHA, Resolvin precursors, Protectin precursors

Traditional Uses

Traditional Caribbean and homeopathic cardiac herb, Used by Eclectic physicians for angina and heart weakness

Heart disease, Inflammation, Brain health, Depression, Eye health

Modern Uses

Cardiac stimulant, Angina relief historical use, Homeopathic heart remedy, Anti-inflammatory

Triglyceride-lowering, Anti-inflammatory, Cardioprotective

Adult Dosage

Tincture: 1-3ml 3x/day

1000-4000mg EPA+DHA daily

Contraindications

Cardiac arrhythmias, Blood pressure medications, Pregnancy

Anticoagulants, Fish allergy, Surgery

Side Effects

Cardiac stimulation, Nausea, Palpitations

Fishy burps, GI upset, Bleeding risk at high doses

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E