Forskolin Health Benefits, Properties, and Uses

Forskolin is a compound extracted from the root of the Coleus forskohlii plant, also known as Indian coleus. Indian coleus and its forskolin content are part of the Ayurvedic medicinal system. Forskolin is available today as a dietary supplement in capsule form.¹

Forskolin Health Uses and Health Benefits

Forskolin health benefits include being a natural anti-inflammatory and diuretic. Traditionally, forskolin was used to treat conditions like dysentery and digestive disorders. Today, forskolin is considered a potential weight loss aid due to its possible fat-metabolizing benefits as well as a remedy for hypertension. Forskolin also has benefits for skin when applied to eczema, wounds and related conditions.^1,2

References

1. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/302513813_Coleus_Plectranthus_barbatus_-_A_multipurpose_medicinal_herb
2. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20178070