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Asclepias syriaca
This herb is NOT recommended during pregnancy due to potential risks to the developing fetus.
This herb is NOT recommended while breastfeeding as effects on infants are unknown.
Consult your healthcare provider before use.
North American milkweed; young shoots edible; root used by Native Americans for lung and skin conditions.
North American milkweed; young shoots edible; root used by Native Americans for lung and skin conditions. Key active compounds include cardenolides, glycosides, flavonoids.
cardenolides, along with glycosides and flavonoids, are the primary bioactive compounds in Asclepias syriaca. These compounds modulates NF-κB and COX-2 inflammatory pathways.
Expectorant
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Topical anti-inflammatory
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Nutritive food
Lung conditions
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Warts
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Skin conditions
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Food (young shoots)
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
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