🪘Yoruba & West African Medicine
Agbo Jedi-Jedi Bitter Herb Blend
Ingredients
Mixed bitter herbsWaterHoneyLemonGinger
Conditions addressed
How to prepare
Dosage: 4–8 oz (120–240 ml), once daily.
- Blend or cold-press: Mixed bitter herbs + Water + Honey + Lemon + Ginger.
- Strain if desired and serve fresh.
- Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.
Best time to drink
Best in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal — this maximizes nutrient absorption and avoids diluting digestive enzymes.
Safety & warnings
Mixed bitter herbs
- Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
- Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
- Active liver disease — monitor liver enzymes with long-term use
Honey
- Infants under 12 months — never give honey in any form due to infant botulism risk
Lemon
Full profile- Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
- Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
- CNS medications (benzodiazepines, SSRIs, MAOIs) — may potentiate sedative or serotonergic effects
Ginger
Full profile- Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
- Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
- Autoimmune conditions (lupus, MS, RA) — may overstimulate immune response
General precautions
Safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been established for most herbal remedies. Consult your midwife or doctor before use.
Some herbs used for liver conditions can be hepatotoxic at high doses. Have liver function monitored if using long-term.
Discontinue immediately if you experience rash, itching, swelling, or difficulty breathing.
This information is for educational purposes only. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using herbal remedies.