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This herb is NOT recommended while breastfeeding as effects on infants are unknown.
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Small European sorrel used in folk medicine and as edible pot herb, component of the Essiac tea formula for cancer support.
Small European sorrel used in folk medicine and as edible pot herb, component of the Essiac tea formula for cancer support. Key active compounds include anthraquinones, oxalic acid, aloe-emodin.
anthraquinones, along with oxalic acid and aloe-emodin, are the primary bioactive compounds in Sheep Sorrel. These compounds modulates NF-κB and COX-2 inflammatory pathways, provides free radical scavenging activity.
Antioxidant
Supported by clinical evidence; more large-scale trials would strengthen findings
Anti-inflammatory
Supported by clinical evidence; more large-scale trials would strengthen findings
Mild diuretic
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Nutritive
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Nutritive food plant across Eurasian and North American traditions
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Component of Essiac cancer tea formula
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Fever reduction in folk medicine
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Blood conditions and anemia
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