“Goldenseal?”Here!
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As a supplement
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The dried root and rhizome of Hydrastis canadensis, a plant native to eastern North America, sold as a powder, capsule, or tincture.
Why it’s used
Taken to support immune function, often at the first sign of a cold, and historically used for digestive or skin complaints.
What the evidence says
NCCIH states there isn't enough reliable scientific evidence to support health claims made for goldenseal in people. Most available research involves berberine, one of its constituent compounds, studied in isolation rather than goldenseal itself.
Context
NCCIH notes that most research on goldenseal and its components has been conducted in cells or animals rather than in people.
Rumors
Goldenseal clears congested sinuses and excess mucus.
Not gradedhealth and safety evidence
Sources cited — no verdict reached.
What was measured is not yet noted.
- Goldenseal (Regulatory) · Funding not checked
Who’s saying this
- WishGarden Herbs — a brand: makes and sells liquid herbal tinctures and herbal remedies
How we know who this is
- “WishGarden Herbs makes fast-acting liquid herbal tinctures and herbal remedies in Boulder, Colorado.” (their page)
Goldenseal causes dangerous drug interactions by blocking liver enzymes.
Sources cited — check not cleared.
Measured as a biomarker.
- Goldenseal (Regulatory) · Funding not checked
Who’s saying this
- Assension Health — a publisher: health information site on medications, diseases and supplements
How we know who this is
- “About Assension Health is your trusted online resource for comprehensive information on pharmaceuticals, medications, diseases, and health supplements.” (their page)
Goldenseal boosts the immune system.
Does not supporthealth and safety evidence
What was measured is not yet noted.
- Goldenseal (Regulatory) · Funding not checked
Who’s saying this
- WishGarden Herbs — a brand: makes and sells liquid herbal tinctures and herbal remedies
How we know who this is
- “WishGarden Herbs makes fast-acting liquid herbal tinctures and herbal remedies in Boulder, Colorado.” (their page)