Yellow Root AKA: Goldenseal, eye root, Indian turmeric

Fights local inflammations and infections of eyes and skin; improves digestion; treats ulcers. According to nutrimart.com: Goldenseal root has been recommended for a variety of inflamed mucous membranes, including stomach, intestinal, vaginal, and rectal. It has been reported that the plant relieves pains and helps heal wounds and stop bleeding. In addition the antibacterial action helps reduce or prevent infection of open sores. The Cherokee and Iroquois used the plant for diarrhea, dyspepsia, liver problems, flatulence, pneumonia, cancer, and rattlesnake bites. Modern uses have included as a laxative, for hemorrhoids, mouth sores, diuretic, eye infections, acne, sore throats, to ward off infections, and as an antiseptic.

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[nicewitch76]

becareful,too much can kill you-if you are allergic tp peniclen do not take

[diepiriye]

That's helpful. I had no idea. Wonder if penicillin has derivatives in yellow root?

[vivey623]

does it break your face out? i just started drinking it monday....i feel great however

[diepiriye]

I haven't used it...it stays with my folks and I have not heard any such complaints.

[blackberryjuice1]

I love how they're talking about health potions while smoking cigarettes.

[diepiriye]

OK! Somebody scream!

[takeshimiyaji]

@regimemob559 why in the world did you take so much and now suffering for it? A Doctor told me although this herb is good for infections etc, it is a dangerous herb if you take too much, and can kill you too! You should have done some research before taking too much!

[takeshimiyaji]

@regimemob559 why is the world did you take so much and now suffering for it?  A Doctor told me although this herb is good for infections etc, it is a dangerous herb if you take too much, and can kill you too! You should have done some research before taking too much!

[butters174]

@nicewitch76 omg!!!!!!!!! I was going to try goldenseal. i am alergic to penasyilin or how ever you spell that f-ing WORD. I know this is old but how do you know that? thanks

[regimemob559]

i think i been taking too much. and drank one night. i been having numb feeling in my legs , discomfort in chest.. had a ekg, blood pressure, urine and blood test. all showed good. i hope ill be okay. stopped goldenseal for 3 days now. i heard it can make u vitamin b deficient. and cause tingling.. hopefully this stops the symtoms i have