The leaves of American skullcap have been used in traditional herbal medicine as a sedative and to treat conditions like anxiety and convulsions. The plant was prized by Native Americans for its powerful medicinal properties
May boost mood and reduce anxiety Has antibacterial and antiviral effects
Contains anti-inflammatory and anticancer compounds
Other potential benefits
Skullcap has been linked to several other benefits, including:
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Anticonvulsant effects. Orally supplementing with American skullcap has been shown to reduce convulsions
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Insomnia. Baicalin, a compound found in both American and Chinese skullcap, is used to treat insomnia in traditional medicine practices.
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Neurodegenerative disease. Some test-tube studies suggest that American skullcap may have neuroprotective properties, potentially safeguarding against diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s
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Heart health. In one animal study, baicalin injections significantly reduced damage associated with an induced
