Sarcopoterium spinosum
Middle Eastern thorny shrub root used in Palestinian, Israeli, and Bedouin traditional medicine for diabetes. Clinical studies support significant hypoglycemic activity. Contains triterpenes. Root decoction consumed daily for blood sugar management.
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Diabetes medications (additive hypoglycemia).
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Discontinue 2 weeks before surgery (blood sugar effects).
Hypoglycemia. GI upset.
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