ASPARAGUS
Asparagi Rhizoma Root, Asparagus longifolius, Asparagus officinalis, Asperge, Asperge Comestible, Asperge Commune, Asperge Officinale, Asperges, Espárrago, Espárragos, Garden Asparagus, Spargelkraut, Spargelwurzelstock, Sparrow Grass.
Uses & Effectiveness
Possibly Ineffective for
- High blood pressure. Early research shows that taking tablets containing asparagus root and parsley leaf does not reduce blood pressure. Also, it might increase the risk of side effects like stomach complaints, kidney pain, and swelling.
Insufficient Evidence for
- Acne.
- AIDS.
- Cancer.
- Constipation.
- Drying sores.
- Dryness in the lungs and throat.
- Face cleaning.
- Hormone imbalances in women.
- Increasing urine production ("irrigation therapy") when taken with lots of water.
- Joint pain and swelling that resembles arthritis (rheumatism).
- Nerve pain and swelling (neuritis).
- Parasitic diseases.
- Obesity.
- Preventing anemia due to levels of folic acid that are too low (folic acid deficiency).
- Preventing kidney stones.
- Preventing bladder stones.
- Swelling (inflammation) of the urinary tract.
- Urinary tract infections.
- Other conditions.
Side Effects & Safety
When taken by mouth: Asparagus is LIKELY SAFE when eaten in food amounts. However, there isn't enough reliable information to know if asparagus is safe when used in larger medicinal amounts. Some research suggests that a product containing asparagus root and parsley leaf is POSSIBLY UNSAFE when taken at doses of up to 6 grams daily. This product increases the risk for side effects, especially stomach issues and leg swelling.Asparagus can cause allergic reactions when eaten as a vegetable or used on the skin.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Asparagus is UNSAFE to use in medicinal amounts during pregnancy. Asparagus extracts have been used for birth control, so they might harm hormone balances during pregnancy.There isn't enough reliable information to know if asparagus is safe to use when breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and stick to food amounts.
Allergy to onions, leeks, and related plants: Asparagus might cause an allergic reaction in people who are sensitive to other members of the Liliaceae family including onions, leeks, garlic, and chives.
Interactions
Moderate Interaction
Be cautious with this combination
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Lithium interacts with ASPARAGUS
Asparagus might have an effect like a water pill or "diuretic." Taking asparaus might decrease how well the body gets rid of lithium. This could increase how much lithium is in the body and result in serious side effects. Talk with your healthcare provider before using this product if you are taking lithium. Your lithium dose might need to be changed.
Dosing
The appropriate dose of asparagus depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for asparagus. 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 your pharmacist or physician or other healthcare professional before using.
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