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Alhagi (Camel Thorn)
Alhagi maurorum is a thorny perennial legume with slender green branches, small leaves, and pink to purple pea-like flowers. The dried aerial parts have a mild grassy, slightly sweet and bitter taste and produce a light green-brown infusion.
Traditionally used for
Water retention, Urinary discomfort, Digestive discomfort, Constipation, Cough
Potential benefits
Laxative, expectorant, diuretic, antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory
Ingredients
Alhagi (Camel Thorn), Alhagi maurorum
Origin
Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, Pakistan, India
How it is traditionally prepared
1–2 g dried root or stem/day
Cautions and who should avoid it
Human safety data are limited; avoid concentrated preparations during pregnancy and breastfeeding; caution with kidney disease and diuretic medications.
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