Isatis tinctoria
A TCM antiviral herb — the root (Ban Lan Gen) is one of China's most used herbs during respiratory illness outbreaks. Also a historical blue dye.
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Few known interactions.
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GI upset, diarrhea. Not for long-term use.
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