Tag: Tonka bean benefits

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) banned tonka beans for food use in 1954 due to concerns over its high coumarin content. This raises a critical question: is tonka good for you, or is it a dangerous ingredient best left for perfume?

Native to Central and South America, tonka beans have a long history of use in traditional folk medicine for various ailments, including coughs, cramps, and inflammation. This article explores the claimed health benefits of tonka beans while highlighting the significant safety concerns associated with their high coumarin content and potential liver toxicity.