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Uses? |
Water retention Bile secretion Appetite loss Indigestion Gallstones Flatulence Bloating |
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Who? |
Almost everyone |
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Who can’t? |
People on any type of medication. Check with doctor Pregnant or breast feeding People with have obstructed bile ducts |
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How long? |
There is insufficient reliable evidence available to determine time |
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Side effects? |
Stomach discomfort Allergic reactions Diarrhoea Heartburn |
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Available forms? |
Teas, capsules, tablets and tinctures |
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Dose? |
Follow health professional advice or directions on the package |
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Part used? |
Root and leaf |
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Comes from? |
Almost everywhere, but mainly in Europe and the United States |
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Other names? |
Lion’s tooth Cankerwort Wild endive |
