Oats
Avena sativa
Generally Safe
Consult Doctor
Also known as: Common Oats, Oat, Wild Oat, Oatstraw
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Therapeutic Uses
Nervous exhaustion, anxiety, cholesterol management, skin inflammation. Used in Dimkov's arthritis formula as a nutritive component. Oatstraw (milky oat tops) is the primary nervine trophorestorative.
Herbal Actions
Nutritive nervine, demulcent, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, cholesterol-reducing
Safety Information
Safety Rating
Generally Safe
Pregnancy
Consult Doctor
Drug Interactions
None known
Contraindications: Avoid in celiac disease (oats contain avenin — similar to gluten). Choose certified gluten-free oats if required.
Side Effects: Avoid in celiac disease (oats contain avenin — similar to gluten). Choose certified gluten-free oats if required.