Comfrey Leaf 1/2 Cup

Comfrey Leaf

Comfrey Leaf has been used by traditional practitioners for centuries in a variety of ways. We cannot refer to these traditional uses however due to recent restrictions regarding Comfrey instituted by the FDA. Comfrey is known to contain pyrrolizidine alkaloids. One such study isolated the pyrrolizidine alkaloids, and administered them multiple times to 2-week-old rats over a period of 7 weeks. Liver damage was found.¹ External use of Comfrey, however, is relatively safe. Comfrey Leaf contains Allantoin, which supports normal healing of wounds and may relieve pain. You can apply Comfrey Leaf preparations directly to your skin to relieve pain from fractures, sprains, minor wounds, bruises, pulled muscles and ligaments and broken bones.

1. Culvenor, C. Clark, M. et al. Structure and toxicity of the alkaloids of Russian comfrey, a medicinal herb and item of human diet. Experientia.36 (1980) 377-379.

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The use of this herbal supplement is a traditional nutritional use that is not intended to be prescribed for, or to treat any disease, and does not claim to cure any disease, including diseases involving fungi, bacteria and undesirable foreign organisms.

Caution: As with any dietary or herbal supplement, you should advise your health care practitioner of the use of this product. If you have ulcers, gallstones or are nursing, pregnant, or considering pregnancy, you should consult your health professional prior to taking this product.