Sassafras albidum
Once used in root beer, now restricted due to safrole content which is carcinogenic. Historical use for blood purification. SAFROLE-FREE bark tea only.
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May interact with hepatotoxic drugs.
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Safrole: liver cancer risk. Hallucinations, vomiting at high doses. Only safrole-free preparations considered.
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