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Balmony, Turtlehead

Chelone glabra L.

digestive

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Part UsedAerial parts

Categorydigestive

Primary UseJaundice

SafetyCaution Advised

A North American plant used as a bitter tonic for the liver and digestive system. It stimulates bile flow and is used for gallbladder issues, jaundice, and constipation.

Bitter

Cholagogue

Laxative

Anthelmintic

Tonic

Treats: Jaundice

Treats: Hepatosis

Treats: Gallbladder dysfunction

Treats: Constipation

Treats: Anorexia

Treats: Worms

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Part Used:Aerial parts

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Healing Properties

BitterCholagogueLaxativeAnthelminticTonic

Treats & Supports

Jaundice

Hepatosis

Gallbladder dysfunction

Constipation

Anorexia

Worms

Important Safety Information

Generally safe (AHP Class 1).

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