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Indigofera arrecta
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.
African indigo species; leaves used in East African folk medicine for diabetes and infections.
African indigo species; leaves used in East African folk medicine for diabetes and infections. Key active compounds include indigotin, indirubin, flavonoids.
indigotin, along with indirubin and flavonoids, are the primary bioactive compounds in Indigofera arrecta. These compounds modulates NF-κB and COX-2 inflammatory pathways, disrupts microbial cell membranes and inhibits pathogen growth.
Anti-diabetic
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Antimicrobial
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Anti-inflammatory
Diabetes
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Infections
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Skin conditions
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Liver complaints
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
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