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Does taking goldenseal really work against parasites?

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Alternative...: From an alternative health care perspective; yes. Ask your physician before you start any new medication; to see if it is right for you. You may need more 'standard' therapies to kill the nasties.

Dr Kuitems and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 3/1/2019

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Dr. Vasu Brown answered

Specializes in Integrative Medicine

Used for liver: Goldenseal has berberine which helps bilirubin production in liver - used for liver sludge or dysfunction.

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 11/20/2014

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