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Herbs & Supplements
Armoracia rusticana
Scientific Name: Horseradish
Other Names: Cochlearia armoracia, German Mustard, Great Raifort, Horse Radish, Mountain Radish, Pepperrot, Red Cole, Stingnose
When should I be careful taking it?
Chemicals in horseradish may irritate the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Therefore, taking it may worsen esophageal irritation or stomach conditions such as ulcers, so individuals with GI conditions should avoid taking it.
Because they may be more irritating for small children than for adults, horseradish supplements should not be given to children younger than 4 years old.
Horseradish may be a strong diuretic, meaning that it may promote the production of urine by the body. Increased urine output may worsen kidney conditions, so individuals who have kidney diseases should not use large amounts of horseradish in their diets or take horseradish supplements.
Horseradish belongs to a group of plants that are known to decrease the production of thyroid hormone by the body. Individuals with low thyroid levels and individuals taking thyroid replacement preparations should avoid using large amounts of horseradish.
Precautions
While the amounts of horseradish used as food are considered safe, not enough is known about how large amounts of horseradish might affect an infant to recommend its supplemental use while breast-feeding.
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Note: The above information is not intended to replace the advice of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It is not meant to indicate that the use of the product is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
In general, herbal products are not subject to review or approval by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). They are not required to be standardized, meaning that the amounts of active ingredients or contaminants they contain may vary between brands or between different batches of the same brand. Not all of the risks, side effects, or interactions associated with the use of herbal products are known because few reliable studies of their use in humans have been done.
This information is provided for your education only. Please share this information with your healthcare provider and be sure that you talk to your doctor and pharmacist about all the prescription and non-prescription medicines you take before you begin to use any herbal product.
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When should I be careful taking it? 
