Oregon Grape Root Health Benefits, Properties, and Uses
Scientific Name: Mahonia aquifolium
Common Names: Oregon grape holly, Oregon Grape, Tall Oregon Grape
Properties: Anti-fungal, Antibiotic, Anti-viral, Anti-inflammatory, Antiparasitic
What is Oregon Grape Root?
Oregon grape root is the root from the Oregon grape plant. Oregon grape refers to a group of six species of plants belonging to the barberry family that is native to the State of Oregon. Native Americans use Oregon grape root is medicinal formulas and infusions.1
Oregon Grape Root Health Uses and Health Benefits
Traditionally, Oregon grape root was seen as having benefits for treating infections, wounds and itchiness or irritation. Its content of Berberine, a plant alkaloid found in many plant species, has benefits for reducing inflammation, such as caused by psoriasis and inflammatory skin conditions. It also has benefits for healing the liver and kidneys and natural laxative properties for treating constipation.1,2
References
- https://oregonencyclopedia.org/articles/oregon_grape/#.XFCJts9KhTY
- https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/berberine-powerful-supplement#section2
CuresDecoded worldwide community recommends Oregon Grape Root for:
Eczema (Dermatitis)
Effective
Psoriasis
Effective
Intestinal Worms (Helminths)
Effective
Constipation
Effective
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Effective
Gallbladder Attack (Biliary colic)
Effective
Liver Disease
Effective