Herbs

Sea buckthorn

Also called: hippophae, shaji

Orange berries and their oil.

Why people take it
Skin, dry eyes, immunity.
What the evidence says
Small studies on dry eyes.
How it is usually taken
Usually 1 to 3 g of oil or juice a day.
Be careful
May add to blood thinners.
Medicines it can interact with
May add to blood thinners and blood pressure medicines.

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Common questions

What is Sea buckthorn?

Orange berries and their oil.

Why do people take Sea buckthorn?

Skin, dry eyes, immunity.

Does Sea buckthorn work?

Small studies on dry eyes.

How much Sea buckthorn do people take?

Usually 1 to 3 g of oil or juice a day.

Is Sea buckthorn safe?

May add to blood thinners.

Does Sea buckthorn interact with medicines?

May add to blood thinners and blood pressure medicines.

Sources and further reading

Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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