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==Special Precautions of Anthraquinone== | ==Special Precautions of Anthraquinone== | ||
| − | + | *Some studies have shown that some anthraquinone may have a carcinogenic effect on the body, although it is those anthraquinones that have been produced synthetically and are not extracted from those naturally occurring ones. These are typically different in molecular makeup than ones found naturally in certain plant species. | |
| − | + | *Despite its medical advantages, patients should never try using anthraquinone without consulting a doctor first as it could have side effects. | |
==Benefits and uses of Anthraquinone are== | ==Benefits and uses of Anthraquinone are== | ||
* Laxative : It has been shown effective at speeding up bowel movements in those with constipation. Many times it is not recommended, however, because it can lead to side effects. One troubling issue is a discoloration of the intestines. This is not dangerous, but it can be upsetting for some patients, and confusing for doctors. | * Laxative : It has been shown effective at speeding up bowel movements in those with constipation. Many times it is not recommended, however, because it can lead to side effects. One troubling issue is a discoloration of the intestines. This is not dangerous, but it can be upsetting for some patients, and confusing for doctors. | ||
* Arthritis : Usually, this treatment isn't performed using the herb alone, but in the form of aloe vera supplements. Certain forms of anthraquinone are found naturally in aloe, and it is suspected that it, in combination with other compounds, could help reduce inflammation and pain associated with some types of arthritis. | * Arthritis : Usually, this treatment isn't performed using the herb alone, but in the form of aloe vera supplements. Certain forms of anthraquinone are found naturally in aloe, and it is suspected that it, in combination with other compounds, could help reduce inflammation and pain associated with some types of arthritis. | ||
* Cancer is another ailment which may be fought with certain plants containing forms of anthraquinone. One common example is rhubarb, as this is one of the most widely tested in terms of effectiveness. There are three separate anthraquinones found in rhubarb which could help kill cancer cells and prevent the growth of new ones. More studies are needed to determine how effective this treatment could be, but those done so far have been promising. | * Cancer is another ailment which may be fought with certain plants containing forms of anthraquinone. One common example is rhubarb, as this is one of the most widely tested in terms of effectiveness. There are three separate anthraquinones found in rhubarb which could help kill cancer cells and prevent the growth of new ones. More studies are needed to determine how effective this treatment could be, but those done so far have been promising. | ||
| + | ==Food Sources== | ||
| + | While madder (Rubia tinctorum) and cochineal, which is obtained from insects, are the significant dyes possessing anthraquinone, the compound's laxatives include [[Senna]] pods (Cassia angustifolia or C. acutifolia), cascara sagrada (Rhamnus purshiana), [[Alder Buckthorn]] (Rhamnus frangula), [[Rhubarb]] root (Rheum palmatum), [[Yellow Dock]] (Rumex crispus) and aloes ([[Aloe vera]]). Although many different varieties of anthraquinone by-products are present in the plant kingdom, all of them possess the same molecular structure. | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
[[Category:Treatments]] | [[Category:Treatments]] | ||
[[Category:herbal medicine]] | [[Category:herbal medicine]] | ||
Revision as of 08:21, 7 February 2016
Other names : anthracenedione, dioxoanthracene
Contents
Special Precautions of Anthraquinone
- Some studies have shown that some anthraquinone may have a carcinogenic effect on the body, although it is those anthraquinones that have been produced synthetically and are not extracted from those naturally occurring ones. These are typically different in molecular makeup than ones found naturally in certain plant species.
- Despite its medical advantages, patients should never try using anthraquinone without consulting a doctor first as it could have side effects.
Benefits and uses of Anthraquinone are
- Laxative : It has been shown effective at speeding up bowel movements in those with constipation. Many times it is not recommended, however, because it can lead to side effects. One troubling issue is a discoloration of the intestines. This is not dangerous, but it can be upsetting for some patients, and confusing for doctors.
- Arthritis : Usually, this treatment isn't performed using the herb alone, but in the form of aloe vera supplements. Certain forms of anthraquinone are found naturally in aloe, and it is suspected that it, in combination with other compounds, could help reduce inflammation and pain associated with some types of arthritis.
- Cancer is another ailment which may be fought with certain plants containing forms of anthraquinone. One common example is rhubarb, as this is one of the most widely tested in terms of effectiveness. There are three separate anthraquinones found in rhubarb which could help kill cancer cells and prevent the growth of new ones. More studies are needed to determine how effective this treatment could be, but those done so far have been promising.
Food Sources
While madder (Rubia tinctorum) and cochineal, which is obtained from insects, are the significant dyes possessing anthraquinone, the compound's laxatives include Senna pods (Cassia angustifolia or C. acutifolia), cascara sagrada (Rhamnus purshiana), Alder Buckthorn (Rhamnus frangula), Rhubarb root (Rheum palmatum), Yellow Dock (Rumex crispus) and aloes (Aloe vera). Although many different varieties of anthraquinone by-products are present in the plant kingdom, all of them possess the same molecular structure.
