comfrey root (syphytum officinale) 2.45

Comfrey Root (Syphytum Officinale)

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Comfrey Root (Symphytum officinale) is well known among herbalists for its exceptionally high allantoin content and powerful cell-proliferating properties and is traditionally used topically to promote rapid healing of bones, tendons, ligaments, and deep tissue injuries, earning it the name “knitbone.” However, internal use is strongly discouraged due to its high pyrrolizidine alkaloid content.

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Traditional Uses: Traditionally used for over 2,000 years as a poultice or salve to heal wounds, burns, sprains, fractures, and joint inflammation, earning the name “knitbone”.

Potential Benefits: Topical application may reduce pain and swelling from muscle and joint complaints, ankle sprains, osteoarthritis, and back pain, with studies showing efficacy comparable to diclofenac gel.

Warnings: Internal use is strictly contraindicated due to hepatotoxic pyrrolizidine alkaloids that can cause severe liver injury (sinusoidal obstruction syndrome) and liver cancer; avoid during pregnancy/breastfeeding and do not apply to broken skin.

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