Horehound | Black

Acting as a mild sedative, it is used for mild sleep disorders and anxiety.

( Ballota nigra ) is a perennial herb from the mint family (Lamiaceae), widely recognized in traditional European herbalism for its distinctively pungent, almost "foetid" odor and its use in treating nausea and nervous system disorders. Summary of Key Findings black horehound

: Historically used to alleviate nausea (including motion sickness), vomiting, and nervous tension. Acting as a mild sedative, it is used

Traditionally used as an antiemetic to stop vomiting and nausea. Traditionally used as an antiemetic to stop vomiting

: While traditional use is extensive, there is a lack of human clinical trials to definitively prove its effectiveness. Most current data comes from test-tube or animal studies. Review of Pharmacological Effects Description Digestive Support

: Contains phenylpropanoid glycosides, which are believed to provide antioxidant and neuro-sedative effects by calming overactive nerve cells.