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Tannins | | Also
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Tannins: Tannins are the largest group of polyphenols found
widely in bark, wood, leaves and even some fruit. Widely used to tan animal
hides in the leather production industry this constituent is an Astringent,
works against inflammation in mucus membranes and other skin conditions,
prevents bleeding of small wounds as well as uterine bleeding and is effective
against diarrhoea and dysentery. Tannins should be used with care as they
tend to inhibit the absorption of other nutrients and substances therefore
reducing the efficacy of other medicinal compounds in the medication. |
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Tannins constituent is present in: |
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Medicinally Significant
volume |
Minor volume
Tannins is present in small quantities which may
not be enough to be a significant dosage for medicinal purposes
or is not the major constituent of this plant/herb |
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