Description
Overview:
Dodder contains chemicals that act like antioxidants. These chemicals might help to slow the growth of cancer cells, and improve the health of the liver, the kidneys, and the nervous system.
Dodder is an herb. People use the parts that grow above the ground to make medicine.
Dodder is used to treat urinary tract, spleen, and hepatic disorders.
Benefits:
Eczema (atopic dermatitis). Early research shows that taking a combination of whey powder and dodder seed extract helps to reduce itching in people with eczema.
Depression. Early research shows that taking dodder helps to improve depression in people who are also taking antidepressant medication.
Bladder problems.
Liver problems.
Spleen problems.
Side Effects:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Not enough is known about the use of dodder during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use
The appropriate dose of dodder depends on several factors such as the user’s age, health, and several other conditions.