Bistort (Snakeroot)
Bistorta officinalis
One of the most astringent native roots, used for diarrhea and as a mouth gargle.
Traditional use (european-folk): One of the most astringent native roots, used for diarrhea and as a mouth gargle.
One of the most astringent native roots, used for diarrhea and as a mouth gargle.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- One of the most astringent native roots, used for diarrhea and as a mouth gargle.
Evidence strength: traditional use.
- See the evidence level above
- Astringent; short-term use.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Astringent; short-term use.
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.
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