Vidanga
Embelia ribes
An Ayurvedic berry traditionally used to expel intestinal worms and support digestion.
Traditional use (ayurveda): An Ayurvedic berry traditionally used to expel intestinal worms and support digestion.
An Ayurvedic berry traditionally used to expel intestinal worms and support digestion.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- An Ayurvedic berry traditionally used to expel intestinal worms and support digestion.
Evidence strength: preclinical.
- See the evidence level above
- Limited human data; avoid in pregnancy.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Limited human data; avoid in pregnancy.
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.