Is cistus tea good for the liver?
Modern scientific research on cistus focuses mostly on its polyphenolic content and antioxidant properties, which could theoretically offer some protective effects to various organs, including the liver, by reducing oxidative stress. Introduction. Cistus incanus, a genus belonging to the family of cistaceae, provides a rich source of polyphenols and various cistus species herbal teas have been used in folk medicine for treatment of diarrhea, fever, and skin disorders. It also has antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial agents [1].