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AKA: Dyer's Saffron, Zaffer Species: Carthamus tinctorius Active Chemical Components: chalcones, p-quinones, flavenoids Traditionally Used: Safflower was traditionally used as a stumulant and a pergative. It was specifically used as an emmenagogue and an abortifacient. Uses Today: Safflower is thought to be helpful as an expectorant for a variety of respiratory illnesses. What you should know: Safflower is an emmenagogue and abortifacient. Use during pregnancy may result in SAB. Its use during pregnancy is not recommended. |
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