Check before you startThis one has documented interactions with medication classes where the consequences are serious. If you take any prescription medicine, run it past a pharmacist before starting.
How long to take it
Course-based. Reassess after eight to twelve weeks.
Who it's actually for
Glucose support and breastfeeding supply, with medical guidance.
Safe upper limit
UnverifiedNo formal limit; 5–10 g seed powder daily in trials
Mild anticoagulant effect at higher doses. Causes a distinctive maple-syrup body odour.
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Interactions to know about
- Diabetes medication — Metformin, insulin, gliclazide, SGLT2 inhibitors
- Blood thinners / antiplatelets — Warfarin, apixaban, rivaroxaban, clopidogrel, aspirin
Other supplements:
Run your full list through the interaction check.
Practical notes
- Avoid in pregnancy — it can stimulate uterine contractions.
- Related to peanuts and chickpeas; caution with those allergies.