Hilde Hemmes Herbals
Swedish Bitters
71/100
SUPPIE SCORE
65/100
EFFICACY
Medium
SAFETY
88/100
CLEANLINESS
What Does Swedish Bitters Do?
This traditional herbal blend offers fair efficacy for short-term digestive and detox support via laxative bitters, with dosages aligning to historical use but lacking modern RCTs. Medium risk from stimulant herbs warrants caution for extended use or sensitive groups.
What are the traditional uses of Swedish Bitters for digestive health?
How does the senna in this formula support detoxification?
Are there any precautions for using this product long-term?
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What Are the Benefits of Swedish Bitters?
Based on proven scientific research
Digestive supportStrong
Detoxification aidModerate
Appetite stimulationModerate
Mild laxative effectStrong
Good For:
What Are the Side Effects of Hilde Hemmes Herbals Swedish Bitters?
Always consult your health practitioner if in doubt.
RiskMedium Risk
Overview
•Swedish Bitters contains senna and rhubarb, which are stimulant laxatives; safe for short-term use (up to 1-2 weeks) at 1-2 capsules daily, but may cause electrolyte imbalance with prolonged use.
•Camphor and myrrh present mild risks of allergic reactions or gastrointestinal upset; dosages (100mg each) are low and within traditional safe limits per NIH herbal database.
•Not suitable for pregnant or breastfeeding women due to potential uterine stimulant effects from aloe, senna, and rhubarb; contraindicated in children under 12 per product guidelines.
•Potential interactions with diuretics, heart medications, or anticoagulants due to laxative components; consult a doctor if on medications, as per WebMD herb-drug interaction data.
•No major allergen concerns, but those sensitive to Asteraceae family plants (e.g., thistle) may experience reactions; manufacturing by Hilde Hemmes follows Australian GMP standards with low contamination risk.
•Long-term use (>2 weeks) may lead to dependency or liver strain from multiple bitters; monitor for diarrhea or abdominal cramps as early signs of overuse.
Potential Side Effects
Negative Interactions
Inactive Ingredients
Low Risk
Low Risk
Low Risk
What Are the Ingredients in Hilde Hemmes Herbals Swedish Bitters?
Aloe (Aloe vera) inner leaf juice powder
100mg
Angelica (Angelica archangelica) root & rhizome
100mg
Camphor (Cinnamomum camphora) wood
100mg
Carline Thistle (Carlina acaulis) root
100mg
Manna (Fraxinus ornus) resin oleo-gum
100mg
Myrrh (Commiphora myrrha) resin
100mg
Rhubarb (Rheum palmatum) root
100mg
Sage (Salvia officinalis) leaf
100mg
Senna (Senna alexandrina) leaf
100mg
Theriac (Proprietary blend) - Zedoary (Curcuma zedoaria) rhizome, Theriac (Cinnabar, Calcite, Nutmeg, Cinnamon, Galangal, Gentian, Licorice, Opium poppy latex, etc.)
100mg
Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) root
100mg
Zedoary (Curcuma zedoaria) rhizome
100mg
Vegetable capsule shell
Magnesium stearate
Silicon dioxide
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