10 citations
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January 2016 in “ACG Case Reports Journal” This case report describes a 73-year-old male with numerous colon polyps whose long-term use of Cape Aloe likely caused melanosis coli, which helped highlight the polyps' locations.
April 2019 in “National Journal of Research in Ayurved Science” This source reports that triphala, an Ayurvedic herbal preparation made from three fruits, is widely used as a safe and effective laxative and colon cleanser, with potential anti-cancer properties and additional health benefits like improving digestion and detoxifying the body.
April 2019 in “National Journal of Research in Ayurved Science” This abstract describes how triphala, a traditional Ayurvedic remedy composed of three fruits, is widely regarded as an effective and safe laxative and colon cleanser with potential cancer-fighting properties, supporting the body's strength and overall health without harming nutritional reserves.
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January 2021 in “Cureus” This case study describes a three-year-old girl who developed acute hepatitis and pancytopenia, potentially due to chronic use of Senna, highlighting possible liver and bone marrow toxicity.
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February 2002 in “Archives of Dermatology” This review discusses herbal therapies for dermatologic disorders, focusing on those with scientific evidence of efficacy and common interactions, but reports no new clinical results.