Loguat Leaf Tea Side Effects

Consuming loquat leaf tea in moderation is generally safe, but excessive intake may cause some side effects:

• Loquat leaves contain cyanogenic glycosides that can release cyanide when digested in large amounts. A study found that a patient who ingested 2 liters of loquat leaf tea over two weeks experienced a decrease in triglyceride levels but also developed inflammatory myopathy (muscle weakness).

• Loquat leaves may cause toxic myopathy (muscle disease) with excess consumption.

• The young leaves of loquat could be slightly poisonous as they contain cyanogenic glycosides that release cyanide into the system upon digestion.

• Cyanide compounds in loquat leaves may cause ill effects like headache and dizziness with a large intake.

• Loquat leaf tea should be consumed in moderation, as a large amount or highly concentrated solution should be avoided.

While loquat leaf tea has some potential health benefits, consuming it in excess may lead to muscle weakness, toxicity, and cyanide poisoning symptoms.