Uses & Effectiveness
Overview
Bayberry is a shrub that grows in Texas and the eastern US. The root bark and berries are used to make medicine.
Despite safety concerns, bayberry is used for colds, diarrhea, nausea, skin wounds, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
In manufacturing, the wax extract taken from the berries is used in fragrances and candles.
Bayberry is a natural source of vitamin A, which is crucial for maintaining healthy vision. This essential nutrient helps prevent night blindness, promotes good eye health, and contributes to the proper functioning of the retina, making bayberry a powerful ally for maintaining clear and sharp vision.
Side Effects
When taken by mouth: Bayberry is considered POSSIBLY UNSAFE when taken by mouth. Bayberry can cause nausea, vomiting, and liver damage.
When applied to the skin: There isn’t enough reliable information to know if bayberry is safe. It might cause irritation.
When used as a gargle: There isn’t enough reliable information to know if bayberry is safe or what the side effects might be.
When used as a douche (vagninally): There isn’t enough reliable information to know if bayberry is safe or what the side effects might be.
Interactions
We currently have no information for BAYBERRY overview.
Special Precautionsand Warnings
When taken by mouth: Bayberry is considered POSSIBLY UNSAFE when taken by mouth. Bayberry can cause nausea, vomiting, and liver damage.
When applied to the skin: There isn’t enough reliable information to know if bayberry is safe. It might cause irritation.
When used as a gargle: There isn’t enough reliable information to know if bayberry is safe or what the side effects might be.
When used as a douche (vagninally): There isn’t enough reliable information to know if bayberry is safe or what the side effects might be. Bayberry may NOT be safe for anyone, but it is especially risky for people with the following conditions:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Bayberry is considered POSSIBLY UNSAFE to take by mouth or apply to the skin if you are pregnant or breast-feeding because it contains a chemical that can cause cancer. Bayberry can also cause nausea, vomiting, and liver damage.
High blood pressure: Bayberry contains large amounts of chemicals called tannins. Tannins can increase the amount of sodium that the body retains. This can cause extra fluids to build up, and that can raise blood pressure. It’s especially important to avoid bayberry if you have high blood pressure.
Dosing
The appropriate dose of bayberry depends on several factors such as the user’s age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for bayberry. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult your pharmacist or physician or other healthcare professional before using.
