TINCTURES AND TINCTURE FORMULAS:

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ANTISEPTIC WASH FOR WOUNDS, SKIN PROBLEMS, ACNE (Formerly called SKIN/ACNE FORMULA Tincture) -- 1 oz. $6.00; 2 oz. $10.00.
White Sage leaf, Usnea, Oregon Grape root, Plantain leaf, Canaigre root (Wild Rhubarb), Chaparral leaf, Black Walnut hull, plus Tea Tree oil and Lavender oil, alcohol. I use this as a healing antiseptic for wounds, sores, pimples, or other skin eruptions. Shake well and pour onto cotton pad to apply to cleansed skin or wound. For external use only. Reported to fight infections. (“The only thing I’ve found that controls my adult acne problem.”)

BITE AND STING POULTICE TINCTURE -- 2 oz. $10.00.
An alcohol tincture combination containing Chaparral (Larrea tridentata), White Willow bark (Salix alba), Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea), Sagebrush (Artemisia tridentata) and Plantain (Plantago major and P. lanceolata). This combination of herbs is reported to neutralize the venom and stop the effect of bites and stings; stop infection; lessen pain, inflammation and swelling; and promote tissue regeneration. To use, clean affected areas with a wipe of this tincture, then soak sterile fabric or gauze with this tincture and apply to affected areas. If you also have the Bite and Sting Poultice Powder, use this tincture to moisten the powder, which can then be applied as a paste to the affected areas. The paste or soaked gauze/fabric should be left on or renewed for as long as there is pain and swelling from the bite or sting. Take this tincture internally to neutralize any venom which might have gone systemic, and reduce allergic reation: one to two droppersful three to four times per day until reaction subsides.

CANDIDA YEAST TINCTURE FORMULA -- 2 oz. $10.00; 4 oz. $18.00
For intestinal and systemic dysbiosis, especially when caused by overgrowth of Candida albicans and other parasitical flora. The herbs in this formula are reported to fight yeast, fungus, bacteria, virus and other infectious organisms; encourage and strengthen immune system response; cleanse and purify the blood; and normalize blood chemistry. Take two droppers two to three times daily for two to four weeks. Follow treatment with Lactobacillus acidophilus supplementation to restore “friendly” bacteria in the intestines. Contains: alcohol extractions of Desert Willow leaf and flower (Chilopsis linearis), Oregon Grape root (Mahonia aquifolia), Usnea (Usnea spp.), Cleavers (Galium aparine), Echinacea root (Echinacea purpurea) and Crucifixion Thorn (Castela emoryi), alcohol. Note: Crucifixion Thorn is an active and effective inhibitor of intestinal protozoa.

COLD AND FLU Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00; 4 oz. $18.00
Osha root, Echinacea root, Usnea, Licorice root, Mormon Tea, White Willow Bark, alcohol. I use this mixture to stimulate and enhance the immune system response and interferon production; antimicrobial, antiseptic; soothes/anesthetizes sore throat pain, cough & bronchial irritation; anti-spasmodic, decongestant, expectorant, analgesic, reduces fever, removes toxins. Allow a one week break after 10 days of use. Do not take internally during pregnancy. May raise blood pressure. (“Really relieves my cold symptoms; shortens the cold’s duration.”)

CRAMP RELIEF FORMULA Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00; 4 oz. $18.00
Crampbark, Ginger root, Lemon Balm, Kava Kava, White Willow bark, Chamomile flower, Passion flower, Skullcap, Catnip, Yarrow, Sage, Hops, Hyssop, Oregon Grape root, alcohol. Reported to relieve menstrual cramps along with the pain, bloating and overall congestion and discomfort. Will also calm the cramping associated with diarrhea. Take one to two droppersful three to four times per day as needed. Do not use if pregnant. (“Wonderful stuff! There are seven females in our house who use this and love it.”)

EXPECTORANT/DECONGESTANT Tincture-- 2 oz. $10.00; 4 oz. $18.00
Horehound, Mullein leaf, Osha root, Wild Cherry bark, Mormon Tea, Yerba Santa leaf, alcohol. Reported to thin mucous and encourage productive expectoration to clear lungs and bronchial passages. Might temporarily elevate blood pressure.

ESSIAC TINCTURE -- 2 oz. $10.00; 4 oz. $18.00
This is an alcohol tincture of the herbs in the Essiac tea mixture. Contains Burdock root, Sheep Sorrel, Turkey Rhubarb root, Slippery Elm bark, alcohol. Reported to be a blood purifier and enhances the body’s ability to fight and resist cancer. Take one or two droppersful morning and at bedtime on an empty stomach or at least two hours after eating.

HAY FEVER FORMULA Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00; 4 oz. $18.00
Osha root, Mormon Tea, Licorice root, Yerba Santa leaf, Reishi Mushroom, Astragalus root, Chaparral leaf, and Ginger root, alcohol. I take one dropper two or three times per day to relieve pollen-induced allergy symptoms. Discontinue or reduce dose if blood pressure elevates. Use only with advice of physician if pregnant.

HAY FEVER 2 COMBINATION Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00; 4 oz. $18.00 Osha root, Yerba Santa leaf, White Willow bark, Wild Cherry bark, Mullein leaf, Horehound, Reishi Mushroom, Usnea, Chaparral leaf, Ginger root, alcohol. Shake well. I take one or two dropps three to four times per day to relieve hay fever symptoms. This formula is for those who have problems with high blood pressure and want to avoid the herbs that can elevate it. Use only with the advice of physician if pregnant. (“This has kept my hay fever under control when nothing else works and keeps me from getting asthmatic.”)

IMMUNE SYSTEM SUPPORT Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00 An alcohol tincture combination of Schizandra berry (Schizandra chinensis), Reishi Mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum, Pau D’Arco (Tabecuia impetiginosa), Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceous), Licorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra), and bee Propolis. The ingredients in this combination are reported to stimulate, activate, strengthen and regulate immune system response. It is also reported to be antibacterial, antiviral, vulnerary, antibiotic, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-allergenic and antiseptic. Use externally for wounds and skin diseases. For immune system support, take internally one dropper full twice daily in 4 oz. of water. Do not take internally during pregnancy.

INFECTION FIGHTER Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00; 4 oz. $18.00
Echinacea root, Usnea, Oregon Grape root, Goldenseal root, alcohol. I use this as an antimicrobial to fight viral, bacterial, yeast and fungus infections internally and externally. It seems to enhance immune system response time/efficiency. Internal--anti-inflammatory and healing for mucous membranes. External--wounds, skin inflammations and infections. No internal use during pregnancy. Internal use may raise blood pressure. Allow a one week break after 10 days of use. May need to restore friendly intestinal flora after internal use.

LAXATIVE FORMULA Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00
Senna Leaf (Cassia acutipolia), Ginger Root (Zingiberis officinalis), alcohol. Use 30 to 40 drops two to three times daily to relieve constipation. After constipation is relieved, restore normal bowel function by increasing water and fiber consumption and exercise. Senna should not be used when there is inflammation in the intestinal tract, piles, prolapsed intestines or rectum, and do not use during pregnancy.

SLEEP FORMULA #1 Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00
White Willow bark, Scullcap, Saw Palmetto berry, Catnip leaf, Chamomile flower, Hops, Hyssop leaf, Passion flower, Lemon balm, Wild Cherry bark, and Hawthorn berry, alcohol. Reported to calm nerves, relieve pain and muscle spasms, and promote a restful state. Safe to use for those taking a prescription antidepressant.

SLEEP FORMULA #2 Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00
St. John’s Wort, Kava Kava root, Valerian root, White Willow bark, Scullcap, Saw Palmetto berry, Catnip leaf, Chamomile flower, Hops, Hyssop leaf, Passion flower, Lemon balm, Wild Cherry bark, and Hawthorn berry alcohol tincture combination. Shake well. Reported to calm nerves and tension, relieve pain and muscle spasms, and promote a restful and relaxed state. Avoid prolonged use. Do not use if taking a prescription antidepressant without consulting a physician.

BLACK WALNUT HULL Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00
(Juglans nigra ) – Black walnut hull alcohol extraction; said to be a strong antiseptic, antimicrobial used internally or externally to fight virus, bacteria, fungus, yeast and parasite infections such as cold sores, boils, warts, pimples, eczema, toe fungus, poison ivy/oak, ringworm, scabies, intestinal worms, dysentery, wound infections; toxic blood purifier; helps promote bowel regularity.

CANAIGRE Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00
(Rumex hymenosepalus ) (Wild Rhubarb, Red Dock, Tanner’s Dock) – Canaigre tuber alcohol extraction; reported to be an astringent and hemostatic wash for cuts, scrapes, sores, inflammations, hives, contact dermatitis, chafing, rash, acne, burns, sunburn; use as a mouthwash or gargle for ulcerations of the gums and oral mucosa and for sore throat. Some people use it internally as a laxative and digestive tonic. Do not take internally when pregnant.

CHAPARRAL LEAF Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00
(Larrea tridentata ) – Chaparral leaf alcohol extraction. Reported to be antimicrobial--good externally for first aid antiseptic; liniment for sore joints. Limited internal therapy for impaired liver metabolism, allergies, arthritis, autoimmunity dysfunction. Internal use--small doses, limited duration.

CRUCIFIXION THORN Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00
(Chaparro Amargosa) (Castela emoryi/C. Texana) – Crucifixion thorn tree twig alcohol extraction. Reported to be an active inhibitor of intestinal protozoa. I use this to prevent or limit the magnitude of infections before they occur and to fight active infections. Do not use during pregnancy without consulting a physician. (“I won’t travel in foreign countries without this.”)

ECHINACEA ROOT Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00
Echinacea angustifolia/E. Purpurea Echinacea root alcohol extraction. Internal use reported to enhance the action of the immune system, increasing response time and efficiency. Use only at onset of illness, not more than 10 days/allow one week off before resuming use. Also, can be applied on a gauze pad externally to poison snake and spider bites to neutralize poison and reaction.

GINGER ROOT Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00
(Zingiberis officinalis) – Ginger root alcohol extraction. Reported to be anti-viral, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, helps reduce cholesterol and blood pressure, helps prevent internal blood clots. Can be used internally to relieve indigestion, gas, cold, flu, fever, arthritis symptoms; to soothe abdominal, uterine, gastrointestinal tract cramping; to relieve and prevent motion sickness. It is suggested to use it with caution in small doses to relieve morning sickness; large doses can promote menstruation flow. (“Ginger root is the only sure thing to relieve me of motion sickness. Now I can ride in the backseat of the car.”)

GOLDENSEAL ROOT Tincture 2 oz. $10.00
(Hydrastis canadensis ) – Goldenseal root alcohol extraction. Reported to be antiseptic, antimicrobial: kills virus, bacteria, fungus and yeast; is an alterative, tonic, laxative. I use it internally for infection, inflammation of mucous membranes; relieves symptoms of cold and flu; aids indigestion and constipation. Externally I use it on open sores, inflammations, eczema, ringworm, cold sores, canker sores and itchy skin afflictions. Dilute in water to gargle for tonsillitis and other throat problems, rinse mouth to heal and relieve gum disease. When taken internally can raise blood pressure; will destroy friendly intestinal bacteria; can reduce B vitamin absorption. Do not take internally during pregnancy. Do not use internally for more than two weeks at a time.

JUNIPER BERRY Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00
(Juniperus spp .) – Crushed juniper berries and needles alcohol extraction. I use this internally for urinary tract infections, to reduce swelling and inflammation in joints, relieve gout, reduce uric acid content of blood, enhance digestion, relieve gas and cramps. Normalizes blood sugar metabolism. Do not use with kidney problems.

KAVA KAVA TINCTURE – 2 oz. $10.00
(Piper methysticum)-- Kava Kava root alcohol extraction. Reported to be anodyne, antiseptic, antispasmodic, diuretic and sedative. It is used for insomnia and nervousness. It is said to invoke sleep and relax the nervous system. One to two droppers full are taken internally every four hours for pains associated with nerve or skin diseases, such as Shingles (Herpes zoster), and can relieve stress after injury. It is antiseptic so good for urinary tract infections. Use a cotton pad to apply externally on the external eruptions of Shingles or allergic reactions such as hives for the relief of pain. Regular use of large dosages should be avoided as it can cause an accumulation of toxic substances in the liver.

LICORICE ROOT Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00
(Glycyrrhiza lepidota ) – Licorice root alcohol extraction. Reported to be antimicrobial, stimulates interferon production, antispasmodic, expectorant, good for lungs, stomach, intestines, spleen, liver, female reproductive system, mild laxative helps to eliminate toxins, enhances effectiveness of other herbs.

MORMON TEA Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00
(Ephedra spp .) – Mormon tea plant alcohol extraction. I use this as a mild stimulant, and decongestant; it seems to help asthma, bronchitis, and respiratory conditions, congestive sinus problems, reduces allergies, mild diuretic so useful for urinary tract problems. Can elevate blood pressure.

OREGON GRAPE ROOT Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00
(Mahonia spp.) – Oregon grape root alcohol extraction. Reported to be antimicrobial and antiseptic for skin and intestinal tract, bitter tonic for digestion/stomach, stimulant to liver metabolism, blood purifier, chronic skin disease (eczema, herpes, acne), stimulates glands, overcomes constipation. Many people report that its blood purification properties relieve symptoms of PMS and other toxic symptoms. (“Helped me feel myself again. Got rid of the “snarls” and stressful feeling and I lost weight.”)

OSHA ROOT Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00
(Ligusticum porteri) – Osha root alcohol extraction. Reported to be antimicrobial, antiseptic. Internal: I use this as a good cold and flu therapy, to soothes/anesthetize sore throat and cough, bronchial irritation, indigestion. External: wound wash and infection fighter. (“Nothing relieves and stops a sore throat and cough faster, with a much shorter duration for the illness time.”)

PLANTAIN LEAF Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00
(Plantago major ) – Plantain leaf alcohol extraction. I find this soothing internally for diarrhea, stomach ache and ulcers, bronchitis, kidney and bladder infections, acute neuralgia, hemorrhoids. Externally, I use plantain for skin rashes, itches, insect bites and stings, snake bites, burns and sores. It seems to neutralize the poisons and reaction.

RED CEDAR Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00
(Thuja plicata ) (fresh herb tincture) – Red cedar needles alcohol extraction. Reported to be strongly antifungal and antibacterial, stimulates innate immunity scavenging. I use this topically for athlete’s foot, ringworm, jock itch; inhale steam or use internally for bronchial conditions; taken internally for bladder and/or urethral irritability. Do not use internally with kidney weakness or pregnancy.

ST. JOHN’S WORT Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00
(Hypericum perforatum) – Fresh St. John’s Wort flower alcohol extraction; reported to work as an anti-depressant, mood lifter, use 20 to 30 drops up to three times daily. Some people experience skin irritation or rashes and sun sensitivity when using St. John’s wort.

USNEA Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00
(Usnea spp.) – Usnea lichen alcohol extraction. Reported to be antibiotic, antimicrobial, antifungal. I use it to fight viral, bacterial, yeast and fungus infections internally and externally. Good antiseptic wash for wounds. Do not use internally during pregnancy. (“Usnea got rid of my infection in three days after four rounds of antibiotics failed me.”)

VALERIAN ROOT Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00
(Valeriana spp .) – Valerian root alcohol extraction. I use this internally as a sedative for distress from pain or emotions, antispasmodic for muscles--relieves muscle, menstrual, bronchial and intestinal spasms, cramps, colic. Keep doses small to avoid depression from overuse. Avoid prolonged use.

WHITE SAGE LEAF Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00
(Salvia apiana ) – White sage leaves alcohol extraction; I use this as a topical disinfectant, antimicrobial, antiseptic, bacteriostatic cleanser, analgesic wash for abrasions, wounds, inflammations. Also, as a gargle for sore throat, congested eustachian tubes and sinuses. Safe for internal use.

WHITE WILLOW BARK Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00
(Salix alba ) – White willow bark alcohol extraction. I use this internally to relieve pain, reduce fever, for headache, hay fever, neuralgia, joint pain, as an analgesic for kidney, urethra, bladder irritation, as an antiseptic for wounds, ulcerations, eczema, inflammations, and to gargle for throat or tonsil pain.

WORMWOOD TINCTURE – 2 oz. $10.00
(Artemisia tridentata) – Alcohol extraction of leaves and flowers. Internal use: Said to be a stomach bitter for indigestion; stimulates sweating for fever reduction; relieves crampy menstruations; helps to expel roundworm and pinworm infections; strongly aromatic; antibacterial, antimalarial, antifungal, antiamoebic, immunomodulator; anti-inflammatory; smooth muscle relaxant. To expel intestinal worms take 2 droppers full 3 to 4 times per day for at least 10 to 14 days. (For children, use 1 dropper full.) Do not use internally during pregnancy. External use: antiseptic wound wash.

YERBA SANTA Tincture -- 2 oz. $10.00
(Eriodictyon spp .) – Yerba Santa leaf alcohol extraction. Reported to be an expectorant, bronchial dilator and decongestant. I find this useful in chest colds, bronchitis, asthma and hay fever. Also useful for mild bladder and urethra infections, and for dysentery and diarrhea.

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Reported uses for these herbs is not FDA approved. Reports are from personal use and the experiences of others who use herbs for medicinal purposes. Always shake tinctures and tincture combinations before using.