Traditional Uses: Traditionally used by Native Americans, ancient Greeks, Egyptians, and in European folk medicine as a diuretic for kidney and bladder infections (cystitis, urethritis, prostatitis), as a carminative for indigestion, and topically for rheumatism and wound healing.
Potential Benefits: May exhibit mild diuretic and antimicrobial properties (primarily in urine), support digestive comfort, and provide anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, though most evidence is derived from traditional use and limited animal/ in vitro studies.
Warnings: Avoid during pregnancy (may stimulate uterine contractions and cause miscarriage) and breastfeeding; contraindicated in acute or chronic kidney disease, as high doses can irritate the kidneys and cause albuminuria, hematuria, or seizures; may interact with diabetes medications (risk of hypoglycemia) and lithium.
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