The roots are taken internally in the treatment of liver complaints, indigestion, gastric infections and anorexia. It is especially useful in states of exhaustion from chronic disease and in all cases of debility, weakness of the digestive system and lack of appetite. It is one of the best strengtheners of the human system, stimulating the liver, gall bladder and digestive system, and is an excellent tonic to combine with a purgative in order to prevent its debilitating effects.
Contraindication
Should not be prescribed for patients with gastric or duodenal ulcers.
Health Remedies 
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