Ive heard that bloodroot is really toxic, so whats the truth?
Bloodroot is toxic if taken internally beyond certain safe dosage levels. For years, Colgate Palmolive sold a toothpaste called “Viadent,” which contained bloodroot extract. Needless to say, you cannot use a dentifrice without swallowing at least a little of the product. None of this directly relates to bloodroot paste, of course, because it’s a topical product, not intended for internal use. Nonetheless, it is worth noting. Here is yet another instance where a grain of truth is blown up beyond real-world relevance or reality. If taken above recommended dosages, know that bloodroot will make you nauseated, however, and even vomit. It’s an “emetic.” It is also an abortifacient and, years ago, was even used by woman to induce abortion — not a safe practice we might add. It is lethal in dosages as small as three grams, but if you are taking a bloodroot product internally, you are more likely to vomit that product long before you get to levels of intake that are that toxic. As with many o
