goldenseal
Americannoun
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a plant, Hydrastis canadensis, of the buttercup family, having a thick yellow rootstock.
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Also called hydrastis. the rhizomes and roots of this plant, formerly used in medicine as an astringent and to inhibit bleeding.
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Steroids, low-dose naltrexone, melatonin, lecithin, goldenseal, sceletium and a whole world of anti-inflammatory botanical ferments like kefir.
From Salon ● Dec. 7, 2023
Berberine is a chemical compound extracted from plants like goldenseal and barberry and often sold as a supplement, typically in capsules filled with yellow-tinged powder.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 12, 2023
In addition to American ginseng, Felumlee cultivates goldenseal, black cohosh, blue cohosh, bloodroot, red trillium, and false unicorn under his trees’ canopy.
From Salon ● Aug. 24, 2019
An antiseptic, goldenseal reduces inflammation and fights microorganisms in the body.
From US News ● Dec. 13, 2013
Infusion of goldenseal eased the sore throat that sometimes afflicted fishermen after long days in the boats.
From "Son" by Lois Lowry
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