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Chrysanthemum

Avoid Chrysanthemum

Chrysanthemum morifolium
Chrysanthemum sinense
Chrysanthemum japonense
Ox-eye Daisy
(Chrysanthemum Leucanthemum, L.)

Chrysanthemum is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat hypertension, angina, and fevers. No clinical studies evaluating the safety in humans have been performed. Animal data suggest possible anti-inflammatory and antipyretic activity Hypersensitivity and photosensitivity reactions are documented. Individuals allergic to ragweed should avoid this herb. Some studies indicate that chrysanthemum may have cytotoxic and antibacterial activities. Extracts of chrysanthemum show no effect on insulin levels.

Use chrysanthemum tea with great CAUTION as it can prolong bleeding time. If you are looking for herbs and foods to help lower blood pressure, protect the heart and liver see herbs:

Hibiscus
Garlic
Grape seed extract
Grape juice
Milk thistle
Onion
Parsley
Saffron
Turmeric

-- select CHRYSANTHEMUM article -- Kuno Y, Kawabe Y, Sakakibara S. Allergic contact dermatitis Ukiya M. Anti-tumor promoting effects cytotoxic activity against human cancer Lee JR, et al. A new guaianolide as apoptosis inhibitor from Chrysanthemum boreale Urzua A, Mendoza L. Antibacterial activity of fresh flower heads of Chrysantemum Hussain Z. The effect of medicinal plants insulin secretion Chen T. Absorption and excretion If allergic to ragweed, caution with chrysanthemum Chinese Herb Nephropathy

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We are  sharing our experiences with PKD/PLD Diet, an adjunct diet envisioning it complementing a physician's prescribed medical therapy. Consider testing this with your doctor's prior knowledge, who can  adjust it according to your own uniqueness by adding it to your current  treatment.

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