Carrot
Daucus carota
Generally Safe
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Also known as: Wild Carrot, Queen Anne's Lace, Carrot, Морков
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Therapeutic Uses
Wild carrot seeds: urinary tract support, kidney stones prevention, contraceptive (traditional — not reliable). Root: nutritive, vision support (beta-carotene), liver support. Seeds used in traditional folk medicine for menstrual regulation.
Herbal Actions
Nutritive, diuretic, anthelmintic (seeds), antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, carminative, galactagogue
Safety Information
Safety Rating
Generally Safe
Pregnancy
Consult Doctor
Drug Interactions
None known
Contraindications: Wild carrot seeds: avoid in pregnancy. Furocoumarins cause photosensitivity — avoid sun after topical use of plant material. Cultivated carrot root is safe for all.
Side Effects: Wild plant: photosensitising. Seeds: uterine stimulation at high doses.