Chestnut leaf

Castanea sativa

Description

Resource rich in antioxidants.
Traditionally used in tanneries. It is included in traditional herbal recipes and modern food supplements.

Family

Fagaceae

Origin

ALBANIA

Active Principles

Tannins, Lignans and Fanoli.

Curiosity

Traditional source of tannins for the tanning of fine leather.

Contraindications

Not recommended for people with peptic ulcers and gastritis. Not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding due to lack of data on safety of consumption.
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