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Andrographis Paniculata

A bitter herb from South and Southeast Asia that's been used in traditional medicine for centuries — it's gaining serious attention for its immune and anti-inflammatory properties.

Benefits

  • +May reduce severity and duration of upper respiratory infections
  • +Supports immune function via andrographolides
  • +Has anti-inflammatory effects
  • +May help with digestive issues
  • +Antioxidant properties
  • +Some evidence for supporting healthy blood sugar levels

Dosage & Cost

Range200–400 mg extract/day (standardized to 30% andrographolides)
TimingWith meals
Daily cost0.20–0.60

Often used short-term during cold and flu season. Not typically taken long-term continuously.

Side Effects

  • !Bitter taste — capsules are preferred over powder
  • !May cause digestive discomfort or nausea
  • !Can lower blood pressure — caution if you're on antihypertensives
  • !May affect fertility — avoid if trying to conceive
  • !Could interact with blood thinners

Food Sources

  • Andrographis is primarily a supplement — not common in Western diets
  • Used in Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine as an herb

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