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Description
The plantain approved by Commission E is often regarded as a mere weed. Introduced to North America from Europe, it has broad, ribbed leaves and draws its name from the Latin word plantago, which means "foot," because its leaves are shaped somewhat like a human foot. (This plant isn't the plantain palm that produces the banana-like fruit popular in Latin American cuisine; that's Musa paradisiaca.)
Potential Health Benefits
Plantain herb is used to cure inflammation of the upper respiratory tract, treat infections of the mouth, and loosen mucous in persons with colds or flu. The fresh or dried above-ground parts of the plant are used medicinally; they're harvested at flowering time.
Scientific Evidence
Commission E offers little hard data on plantain, which seems to be little-known among other herbal researchers. Based on years of use in German pharmacies (as differentiated from controlled clinical studies), the commission ascribes antibacterial qualities to the plant, as well as astringent action.
How to Use the Herb
Plantain herb is used both internally and externally in dried form. Internally, the average daily dosage is 3-6 grams of the dried herb. Externally, it can be mixed with water and swabbed on inflamed skin.
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Directions
Take 1 capsule, 3 times daily, with meals.
Cautions
There are no known side effects, contraindications, or drug interactions.
Additional Information
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These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Products are intended to support general well being and are not intended to treat, diagnose, mitigate, prevent, or cure any condition or disease. If conditions persist, please seek advice from your medical doctor. The essence of the current American rule on Traditional Uses is, as stated by FTC, "Claims based on historical or traditional use should be substantiated by confirming scientific evidence, or should be presented in such a way that consumers understand that the sole basis for the claim is a history of use of the product for a particular purpose."
