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Asparagus Racemosus Root Powder
Asparagus Racemosus Root Powder
Low concern
Asparagus racemosus root has a long history of traditional Ayurvedic use and animal-model studies suggest hepatoprotective effects rather than hepatotoxicity. Human controlled-trial data are limited.
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What it is
Powdered root of Asparagus racemosus, known as shatavari — a traditional Ayurvedic herb.
Herbal/dietary supplement.
Why it's flagged
- limited human safety trials
- potential interactions with diuretics and lithium
- asparagus allergen for sensitive individuals
What regulators actually say
"Plant profile, phytochemistry and pharmacology of Asparagus racemosus (Shatavari): A review."
"Randomized controlled trial of Asparagus racemosus (Shatavari) as a lactogogue in lactational inadequacy."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Marketed as dietary supplement; no specific FDA review
European Union — EFSA
Not authorised as novel food in EU
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