Teucrium polium vs Mangifera indica

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Teucrium polium

Metabolic

Metabolic

Teucrium polium

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Mangifera indica

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

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

Pan-tropical fruit tree; bark, leaves, and seed kernels used medicinally across Asia and Africa.

Active Compounds

diterpenoids, iridoids, flavonoids, polyphenols, tannins

mangiferin, quercetin, kaempferol, lupeol, gallic acid, beta-carotene

Traditional Uses

diabetes, digestive disorders, fever, liver conditions

diabetes, digestive disorders, skin conditions, fever, diarrhea

Modern Uses

antidiabetic, anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, antioxidant

antidiabetic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial

Adult Dosage

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

500mg mangiferin extract or 5-10g dried leaf tea

Contraindications

liver disease, alcoholic preparations

blood sugar medications

Side Effects

hepatotoxicity with high doses

generally safe at food doses, GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E