Gentiana Lutea Extract
Gentiana Lutea Extract is derived from the roots of the Gentiana Lutea plant, which is native to Europe and Asia. It has been used for centuries in traditional medicine to treat digestive disorders such as loss of appetite, bloating, diarrhea, and heartburn. Gentiana Lutea Extract contains a chemical that might dilate blood vessels.
Here are some benefits of Gentiana Lutea Extract:
- Digestive Health: Gentiana Lutea Extract has been traditionally used to treat digestive disorders such as loss of appetite, bloating, diarrhea, and heartburn. It can help improve digestion and relieve symptoms of digestive discomfort.
- Sinus Infections: Research studies show that taking Gentiana Lutea Extract as part of a combination herbal product improves symptoms from sinus infections.
- Anti-inflammatory and Wound Healing: A study conducted on animals showed that Gentiana Lutea Extract has anti-inflammatory and wound healing properties.
- Hepatoprotective: Gentiana Lutea Extract increases bile secretion and has hepatoprotective properties.
The recommended dosage of Gentiana Lutea Extract varies depending on the form it is taken in. For example, an oral liquid containing Gentiana Lutea Extract is recommended for adults and adolescents over 12 years old with dyspeptic symptoms such as loss of appetite, flatulence, and bloating. The recommended dosage is 1.5-3 mL three times daily before meals.
There are no known side effects of Gentiana Lutea Extract when taken in small amounts as part of a combination product containing gentian root, elderflower, verbena, and cowslip flower. However, there isn’t enough information to know if Gentiana Lutea Extract is safe when used in medicinal amounts other than as part of the combination product.
Sources:
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5634738/
- https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-716/gentian
- https://www.rxlist.com/gentian/supplements.htm
- https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/herbal-report/assessment-report-gentiana-lutea-l-radix-revision-1_en.pdf
- https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/pharmacology-toxicology-and-pharmaceutical-science/gentiana-lutea
- https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/biochemistry-genetics-and-molecular-biology/gentiana-lutea
