Al-Jaddah is a multi-familial herb, and in this article, we will learn about the benefits and harms of the Jaddah herb according to the available sources, and the important details that you need to know.

What is the succulent plant?

The herb is known by several other names, the most famous of which is the germander, and its scientific name is Teucrium, and it is from the plant family Lamiaceae (the same family of mint and thyme), and it is divided into about 260 species, and it is spread in many countries of the world such as some Mediterranean countries, Europe and Australia, and it is one of the plants Perennial, and its flowers resemble clusters, and their colors vary between white, pink, purple and red, and some types are used as ornamental plants in gardens.

This plant may be used medicinally, but there is a great deal of controversy about its danger, especially on the liver.

What are the benefits of jeddah?

The sources explain that despite the widespread controversy about its health risks, there are still some people who believe in the benefits of some types for treating some health problems such as digestive and inflammatory disorders, but There is not enough scientific evidence to show how true these beliefs areWe mention to you the most prominent of them as follows:

• One of the types of cress (Teucrium chamaedrys) has benefits in treating some inflammatory problems such as gout, arthritis, and fever.
• Persimmon extract capsules were produced in the late 1980s in Europe as a dietary supplement to reduce weight and lower cholesterol levels.
• Another type called (Teucrium polium) was used to treat some digestive disorders such as abdominal pain, indigestion, and infections.
• The jadda herb has been used for type 2 diabetes and a cold in Iranian folk medicine, as one source explains.
• There are beliefs in treating gallbladder problems and diarrhea.
• It was used as an antiseptic and as a mouthwash.

side effects

It has been reported in several reports of cases of liver poisoning from different ways of taking it (such as pills or tea), which led to the prevention of its use in many countries, especially in France, as the acute infection varied between about two weeks to 18 weeks after starting to take it, and among the symptoms that appeared Patients experience fatigue, nausea, and jaundice. Liver enzyme levels increased. These patients recovered after discontinuing the drug, but a few deaths were reported.

In general, the sources stress the danger of consuming this herb, and it should not be taken by pregnant and lactating women, so we advise you to consult a specialized doctor first, especially if you are a liver patient.