Syzygium cumini vs Teucrium polium

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Syzygium cumini

Metabolic

Metabolic

Syzygium cumini

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Teucrium polium

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

An Asian fruit tree with seeds and bark used extensively in Ayurveda and folk medicine for diabetes management.

Middle Eastern and Mediterranean herb used across Arab traditional medicine for diabetes and digestive conditions.

Active Compounds

jamboline, jambosine, anthocyanins, ellagic acid

diterpenoids, iridoids, flavonoids, polyphenols, tannins

Traditional Uses

Antidiabetic use, Digestive conditions, Diarrhea treatment

diabetes, digestive disorders, fever, liver conditions

Modern Uses

Blood sugar management, Digestive support, Antioxidant activity

antidiabetic, anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, antioxidant

Adult Dosage

500-1000mg seed powder daily

3-5g dried herb or 1-2ml tincture daily

Contraindications

Diabetes medications interaction, Pregnancy caution

liver disease, alcoholic preparations

Side Effects

Mild GI changes

hepatotoxicity with high doses

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E