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Asparagus (Shurmenu) Powder / Capsule

A traditional supplement preparation using Asparagus (Shurmenu) (Asparagus officinalis), addressing kidney support, diuretic, liver support.

supplementsbabylonianBeginner⏱ 10–20 minutesShelf life: 6–12 months stored cool and dryDosage: 500 mg – 1 g, 1–3× daily

Generated from this herb's full profile — safety warnings, contraindications, and sourcing.

Benefits

Kidney SupportDiureticLiver SupportDigestive IssuesFertility

Ingredients

  • Asparagus (Shurmenu) — As needed

Instructions

  1. Grind dried Asparagus (Shurmenu) into a fine powder.
  2. Fill size 00 capsules or stir into smoothies or honey.

Interactions & contraindications

Asparagus (Shurmenu)

Full profile
  • Active liver disease — monitor liver enzymes with long-term use
  • Significant kidney impairment — diuretic herbs may worsen renal function

No herb-specific pregnancy/child safety research is documented for Asparagus (Shurmenu) in our references — the guidance below is based on its general effect category, not research on Asparagus (Shurmenu) itself. Always confirm with a midwife, doctor, or pediatrician.

Pregnancy

Avoid

This herb is associated with hormone-modulating activity. Because pregnancy is a uniquely hormone-sensitive state, herbs in this category are generally avoided unless specifically guided by a midwife or doctor — this is a general, mechanism-based caution, not herb-specific research.

Breastfeeding

Use Caution

Hormone-modulating herbs can potentially affect milk supply or pass hormone-active compounds to the infant — generally used cautiously and under guidance.

Children

Avoid

Hormone-modulating herbs are generally avoided in children given the sensitivity of ongoing hormonal development.

May have a diuretic effect

Watch for: Diuretic medications and lithium

Additive fluid loss can affect electrolyte balance and change how the body clears lithium.

Processed by the liver

Watch for: Any medication that is also processed by liver enzymes (ask your pharmacist — this includes many common prescriptions)

Can alter how quickly the body clears certain medications, raising or lowering their effective dose.

May affect hormone levels

Watch for: Hormone therapies, oral contraceptives, and tamoxifen or similar medications

Some herbs have mild phytoestrogenic or hormone-modulating activity that can interact with hormonal medications.