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Betel nut: Betel nut comes from the betel palm (Areca catechu). Several poor-quality studies report the use of betel nut taken by mouth in patients recovering from stroke. In light of the potential toxicities of betel nut, additional evidence is needed in this area. Constituents of areca may be potentially carcinogenic. Long-term use has been associated with oral submucous fibrosis (OSF), as well as the formation of pre-cancerous oral lesions and squamous cell carcinoma. Acute effects of betel chewing include worsening of asthma, low blood pressure, and rapid heart beat.Natural Standard Monograph, Copyright © 2008 (www.naturalstandard.com).
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