Overview

Wasabi is a plant native to Japan. It's mainly grown for its roots, which are ground to make a spice. It's sometimes called Japanese horseradish.

Wasabi contains chemicals that may have anticancer effects and anti-inflammatory effects and may also slow blood clotting.

People take wasabi by mouth for heart disease, cancer, stomach pain, indigestion, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.

Don't confuse wasabi with horseradish or moringa. These are not the same.

Uses & Effectiveness ?

We currently have no information for WASABI overview.

Side Effects

When taken by mouth: Wasabi is commonly consumed in foods. There isn't enough reliable information to know if wasabi is safe to use as medicine or what the side effects might be.

Special Precautions and Warnings

When taken by mouth: Wasabi is commonly consumed in foods. There isn't enough reliable information to know if wasabi is safe to use as medicine or what the side effects might be.

Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if wasabi is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

Bleeding disorders: Wasabi might slow blood clotting. Large amounts of wasabi might increase the risk of bleeding and bruising in people with bleeding disorders.

Surgery: Wasabi might slow blood clotting. Large amounts of wasabi might cause too much bleeding during surgery. Stop taking wasabi as a medicine at least 2 weeks before surgery.

Interactions ?

    Moderate Interaction

    Be cautious with this combination

  • Medications that slow blood clotting (Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet drugs) interacts with WASABI

    Wasabi might slow blood clotting. Taking large amounts of wasabi along with medications that also slow blood clotting might increase the risk of bruising and bleeding.

Dosing

Wasabi is commonly consumed in foods. As medicine, there isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose might be. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult a healthcare professional before using.

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