Traditional Uses: Traditionally used since ancient Greek and Roman times as a digestive aid for upset stomach, colic, and flatulence; as a mild sedative for insomnia, as an antibacterial for wound healing; and to stimulate appetite and lactation.
Potential Benefits: May help reduce LDL cholesterol levels and improve insulin sensitivity (fasting insulin and HOMA-IR) based on clinical meta-analyses, while exhibiting antioxidant, antimicrobial, antispasmodic, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Warnings: Generally recognized as safe in culinary amounts, but avoid medicinal/therapeutic doses during pregnancy (may stimulate uterine contractions) and breastfeeding; rare allergic reactions and potential contact dermatitis may occur.
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