What is larch arabinogalactan used for?
Larch arabinogalactan is sometimes used for medicine. Larch arabinogalactan is used for common cold, flu (influenza), ear infection (otitis media), and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support its use. In foods, larch arabinogalactan is used as a stabilizer, binder, and sweetener. Larch arabinogalactan is used for infections, including the common cold, flu, H1N1 (swine) flu, ear infections in children, and HIV/AIDS. It is also used to treat liver cancer, as well as a brain condition caused by liver damage (hepatic encephalopathy).When taken by mouth: Larch arabinogalactan is LIKELY SAFE when eaten in food amounts. It’s POSSIBLY SAFE when taken in higher doses of 1. It can cause side effects such as bloating and intestinal gas (flatulence).In cell and animal models, larch arabinogalactan is capable of enhancing natural killer cells and macrophages as well as the secretion of pro-inflammatory cytokines. In humans a clinical study demonstrated that larch arabinogalactan increased the body’s potential to defend against common cold infection.Arabinogalactan, which is present in some larch species, has been reported to stimulate the immune system and boost antibody response to vaccines. It may be useful in treating upper respiratory infections and dyslipidemia.
What are the disadvantages of larch?
Drawbacks. Workability: The density and resin content can make it more challenging to work with, especially for detailed woodworking. Movement: Larch can be prone to movement (expanding and contracting) with changes in humidity and temperature, which may require careful design considerations. The timber from larch (Larix decidua) is highly valued for its tough durable and waterproof qualities making it the perfect choice for external cladding, boatbuilding and fencing. Larch is a mountain tree and seems to prefer long cold winters which have been thought to aid with the ‘ripening’ of the timber.