Baobab

The vitamin-C- and fiber-rich fruit of the African 'tree of life,' used for digestion and as a nutritive tonic.

Traditional use (african-diaspora): The vitamin-C- and fiber-rich fruit of the African 'tree of life,' used for digestion and as a nutritive tonic.

The vitamin-C- and fiber-rich fruit of the African 'tree of life,' used for digestion and as a nutritive tonic.

Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.

High fiber (introduce gradually); very gentle.

May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.

Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.

Choose reputable, tested suppliers; correct identification is essential for wild-harvested plants.