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Gentian

Gentiana lutea L.

digestive

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Quick Facts

Part UsedRoot
Categorydigestive
Primary UseLoss of appetite
SafetyCaution Advised

One of the most bitter herbs known. It's a powerful digestive stimulant that increases appetite, bile flow, and stomach acid. Used for dyspepsia, loss of appetite, and digestive weakness.

Bitter Tonic
Cholagogue
Stomachic
Hepatic
Anthelmintic
Febrifuge
Treats: Loss of appetite
Treats: Dyspepsia
Treats: Bloating
Treats: Liver sluggishness
Treats: Anemia
Treats: Exhaustion
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Healing Properties

Bitter TonicCholagogueStomachicHepaticAnthelminticFebrifuge

Treats & Supports

Loss of appetite
Dyspepsia
Bloating
Liver sluggishness
Anemia
Exhaustion

Important Safety Information

AHP Class 1. Generally safe. Contraindicated in gastric or duodenal ulcers, hyperacidity, GERD. Large doses may cause headache and nausea.

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