Zedoary (White Turmeric)
Curcuma zedoaria
A turmeric relative used for bloating, poor appetite, and as an aromatic bitter.
Traditional use (ayurveda, tcm): A turmeric relative used for bloating, poor appetite, and as an aromatic bitter.
A turmeric relative used for bloating, poor appetite, and as an aromatic bitter.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A turmeric relative used for bloating, poor appetite, and as an aromatic bitter.
Evidence strength: traditional use.
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- Avoid in pregnancy; may add to blood thinners.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Avoid in pregnancy; may add to blood thinners.
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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