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Petiveria alliacea
Garlic-scented Central American and Caribbean plant used in folk medicine and spiritual practices.
Petiveria alliacea (garlic weed) is a traditional Central and South American herb used for immune support, infection, and inflammation. Its key active compounds include dibenzyl trisulfide, isoarborinol, astilbin, and coumarins, which contribute to its immunomodulant, anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antidiabetic properties. Evidence is primarily from traditional use and preliminary studies (evidence level C).
Dibenzyl trisulfide modulates immune function by inhibiting NF-κB and activating Nrf2 pathways, reducing pro-inflammatory cytokines. Isoarborinol and astilbin exhibit anti-inflammatory effects via COX-2 inhibition. Coumarins contribute to anticoagulant and antimicrobial actions, while benzaldehyde provides antifungal activity. The herb's antidiabetic effects may involve enhanced insulin sensitivity and glucose uptake.
Garlic-scented Central American and Caribbean plant used in folk medicine and spiritual practices.
Petiveria alliacea (garlic weed) is a traditional Central and South American herb used for immune support, infection, and inflammation. Its key active compounds include dibenzyl trisulfide, isoarborinol, astilbin, and coumarins, which contribute to its immunomodulant, anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antidiabetic properties. Evidence is primarily from traditional use and preliminary studies (evidence level C).
Dibenzyl trisulfide modulates immune function by inhibiting NF-κB and activating Nrf2 pathways, reducing pro-inflammatory cytokines. Isoarborinol and astilbin exhibit anti-inflammatory effects via COX-2 inhibition. Coumarins contribute to anticoagulant and antimicrobial actions, while benzaldehyde provides antifungal activity. The herb's antidiabetic effects may involve enhanced insulin sensitivity and glucose uptake.