Overview
Phaseolus vulgaris are a group of plants that produces various types of beans, including kidney beans, black beans, pinto beans, navy beans, and many others.
Phaseolus vulgaris beans and bean pods are a source of dietary fiber, protein, and carbohydrates. Fiber might help reduce how much cholesterol the body absorbs. Enzymes in Phaseolus vulgaris beans might also decrease how much starch the body absorbs.
People use Phaseolus vulgaris for obesity. It is also used for diabetes, colon cancer, high cholesterol, kidney stones, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Uses & Effectiveness ?
Possibly Effective for
- Obesity. Taking Phaseolus vulgaris extract by mouth might help reduce body weight and waist size in overweight and obese adults.
There is interest in using Phaseolus vulgaris for a number of other purposes, but there isn't enough reliable information to say whether it might be helpful.
Side Effects
When taken by mouth: Phaseolus vulgaris bean extracts are possibly safe when used for up to 3 months. But eating large amounts of fresh Phaseolus vulgaris bean husks is possibly unsafe. Raw husks contain chemicals called lectins. These chemicals can cause stomach upset, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Cooking destroys these chemicals.
Special Precautions and Warnings
When taken by mouth: Phaseolus vulgaris bean extracts are possibly safe when used for up to 3 months. But eating large amounts of fresh Phaseolus vulgaris bean husks is possibly unsafe. Raw husks contain chemicals called lectins. These chemicals can cause stomach upset, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Cooking destroys these chemicals.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if Phaseolus vulgaris is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Interactions ?
Medications for diabetes (Antidiabetes drugs) interacts with PHASEOLUS VULGARIS
Phaseolus vulgaris might lower blood sugar levels. Taking Phaseolus vulgaris along with diabetes medications might cause blood sugar to drop too low. Monitor your blood sugar closely.
Moderate Interaction
Be cautious with this combination
Dosing
Phaseolus vulgaris extracts have most often been used by adults in doses of 800-1000 mg by mouth two or three times daily for up to 12 weeks. Speak with a healthcare provider to find out what dose might be best for a specific condition.
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