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Re: Herbs again!
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Arly Helm <[log in to unmask]>
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Lactation Information and Discussion <[log in to unmask]>
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Sun, 21 Jan 1996 10:29:55 -0700
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>Aloe is also an anthracene derivative and its ingestion often results in
>colic! A warning for moms who wish to use it on their nipples. I have known
>some who would take the aloe directly from a cut plant and apply it directly
>to their nipples before feeding...

It's also bitter, which might lead to a nursing strike.

Arly Helm               [log in to unmask]
MS, Nutrition & Food Science, CLE, IBCLC

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