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Pueraria lobata (Ge Gen)
TCM, Japanese (Kuzu)
Vasodilation, reduces alcohol cravings, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, estrogenic
9-15g dried root decoction or 1-3g extract daily
Puerarin, daidzein, daidzin, isoflavones
Root used; reduces alcohol intake; vasodilator; invasive species in US; starch for cooking (kuzu)
Decoction, capsule, powder (food thickener)
Dosing should be individualized. Consult a qualified herbalist or healthcare practitioner.
May interact with anticoagulants, diabetes medications, hormone therapy
Hormone-sensitive conditions; pregnancy; breast cancer
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