Bitter — herbalism term · PlantSage glossary
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Bitter defined
— Stimulates digestion via the bitter taste reflex.
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The definition
Plants with intensely bitter compounds that trigger digestive secretions when sensed on the tongue. Taken 10-20 minutes before meals as drops or tonic. Cornerstone of European and Ayurvedic digestive medicine.
Mechanism
Bitter receptors on the tongue and gut signal the vagus nerve, increasing gastric acid, pancreatic enzymes, and bile. Tasting matters — encapsulated bitters lose most of the effect.
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Example plants
Classic species in this category from the PlantSage archive.
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Related wellness goals
Common conditions where bitter plants are indicated.
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See also
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