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Pirdot (Saurauia vulcani) is a tree that grows in Indonesia, including in North Sumatra. Its leaves are used in traditional folk practice.
Nutrition, Traditional Use and Research
The statements below describe nutrition facts, traditional use and published research. They are not health claims for our products.
- In traditional Indonesian folk practice, pirdot leaf is used for a number of complaints, including stomachache, and is traditionally believed by some to support well-being. These are traditional uses only. They have not been confirmed by sufficient scientific evidence, and pirdot leaf is not a replacement for medical care.
- Pirdot leaves are reported to contain flavonoids, polyphenols, saponins and alkaloids. In laboratory tests, flavonoids and polyphenols show antioxidant activity. These are test-tube findings and do not show an effect in people.
- Scientific research on pirdot leaf is very limited, and the effectiveness and safety of pirdot leaf for medicinal purposes have not been established. There is no standard dosage. Pirdot leaf is traditionally drunk as a tea.
- If you take medication (for example for blood sugar or blood pressure), are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a health condition, please talk to your doctor before using pirdot leaf.
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