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Asafoetida

Also known as: Asant, Food Of The Gods, Jowani Badian, Stinking Gum, Giant Fennel, Hing, Mvuje, Anghuzeh, Stinkasant, Ferula Asafoetida, Devil's Dung

Overview

Asafoetida is a supplement catered towards lung and gastrointestinal health, and is used as a carminative agent. It may also have benefits to cognition and usage as an aphrodisiac.

Benefits

Asafoetida functions in the body primarily as a carminative agent, helping to relieve gas and bloating in the gastrointestinal tract. It may also support lung health and has potential cognitive benefits.

How it works

The benefits of Asafoetida include improved gut health, relief from gastrointestinal discomfort, potential cognitive enhancement, and aphrodisiac properties.

Side effects

Supplementation in rats tend to use 200-400mg/kg of the gum or oleoresin, which leads to an estimated human dosage of: 2,200-4,400mg for a 150lb person 2,900-5,800mg for a 200lb person 3,600-7,300mg for a 250lb person These are estimated human dosages based on the animal research, and it is not known if they are the optimal human doses or not.

Dosage

Asafoetida may cause gastrointestinal upset in some individuals. Safety concerns include potential allergic reactions and interactions with certain medications. It is advised to consult a healthcare provider before use, especially for pregnant or breastfeeding women.