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Alpine Lady's Mantle Extract (Alchemilla alpina)
Alpine Lady's Mantle Extract (Alchemilla alpina)
Also known as: Alpine lady's mantle extract
Low concern
Alchemilla alpina has a history of traditional herbal use but limited modern safety evaluation as a food ingredient. Tannin content can cause gastrointestinal irritation in some individuals at high intake.
What it is
An extract of the alpine herb Alchemilla alpina, traditionally used as an astringent botanical and a source of tannins and flavonoids.
Used as a botanical ingredient in herbal infusions and as a functional/cosmetic extract; rare in conventional food.
Why it's flagged
- Limited modern safety data
- Tannins may cause GI irritation at high intake
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Not specifically recognized; used as a botanical/herbal ingredient
European Union — EFSA
No specific novel food authorisation; traditional botanical use
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