Botanical Extracts
Botanical Extracts are plants or plant parts that are produced by soaking it in a liquid that removes specific types of chemicals. The liquid can be used as is or evaporated to make a concentrate or a dry extract for use in capsules or tablets.
(NIH) - Are botanical dietary supplements safe?
Many people believe that products labeled “natural” are safe and good for them. This is not necessarily true because the safety of a botanical depends on many things, such as its chemical makeup, how it works in the body, how it is prepared, and the dose used.
The action of botanicals range from mild to powerful (potent). A botanical with mild action may have subtle effects. Chamomile and peppermint, both mild botanicals, are usually taken as teas to aid digestion and are generally considered safe for self-administration. Some mild botanicals may have to be taken for weeks or months before their full effects are achieved. For example, valerian may be effective as a sleep aid after 14 days of use but it is rarely effective after just one dose. In contrast a powerful botanical produces a fast result. Kava, as one example, is reported to have an immediate and powerful action affecting anxiety and muscle relaxation.
The dose and form of a botanical preparation also play important roles in its safety. Teas, tinctures, and extracts have different strengths. The same amount of a botanical may be contained in a cup of tea, a few teaspoons of tincture, or an even smaller quantity of an extract. Also, different preparations vary in the relative amounts and concentrations of chemical removed from the whole botanical. For example, peppermint tea is generally considered safe to drink but peppermint oil is much more concentrated and can be toxic if used incorrectly. It is important to follow the manufacturer’s suggested directions for using a botanical and not exceed the recommended dose without the advice of a healthcare provider.
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Herb Pharm - Black Walnut Extract - 1 Each-1 FZ
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$19.19Black walnut has been used for centuries as a way to help enhance overall health and wellness. It may provide many different health benefits, including keeping your protected against candida overgrowth, among others. Black Walnut Extract from Herb...$19.19 -
Herb Pharm - Echinacea (af)glycerite - 1 Each-1 FZ
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$19.19Echinacea is an herb that is native to North America. It has been used for a number of years as an all-natural way to help enhance overall immune health and function. Herb Pharm's Echinacea is an alcohol-free liquid supplement that makes reaping the...$19.19 -
Herb Pharm - Chanca Piedra - 1 Each-1 FZ
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$19.19Herb Pharm Chanca Piedra Extract is an herbal supplement providing traditional support for vision and eye function. Herb Pharm prepares their Chanca Piedra Extract from whole herb of Phyllanthus niruri plants which are sustainably wildcrafted...$19.19 -
Herb Pharm - Lemon Balm Glycerite - 1 Each-1 OZ
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$19.19Lemon balm was used by the Greeks more than 2,ooo years ago, and has been used around the world ever since as all-natural support for optimal overall health, as well as a calmer nervous system. Herb Pharm offers Lemon Balm, an alcohol-free liquid...$19.19 -
Herb Pharm - Ashwagandha Glycerite - 1 Each-1 OZ
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$19.19Withania Somnifera Energy & Vitality USDA Organic Herbal Supplement Certified Organic by Organic Certifiers Dry Herb / Menstruum Ratio 1:4 We prepare Ashwagandha extract from the root of Certified Organic Withania somnifera plants. The root is...$19.19 -
Herb Pharm - St. John's Wort Oil - 1 Each-1 FZ
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$19.19If you've been feeling down or moody, you know that it not only affects your daily life, but may have an effect on the lives of people around you as well. Finding relief can sometimes be difficult, but if you've been looking for an all-natural way to...$19.19 -
Herb Pharm - Jamaican Dogwood - 1 Each-1 FZ
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$19.19Size: 1 FZPack of: 1Product selling unit: Each$19.19 -
Herb Pharm - Myrrh Extract Liquid - 1 Each-1 FZ
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$19.19Herb Pharm Myrrh Liquid Extract is an active responder herbal supplement that supports the immune system. Herb Pharm prepares their Myrrh Extract from sun-dried, oleo-gum-resin masses ("tears") which are Custom Wildcrafted from Commiphora abyssinica...$19.19 -
Herb Pharm - Healthy Prostate Tonic - 1 Each-1 FZ
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$19.19Prostate Health from Herb Pharm is an herbal supplement that supports healthy prostate function in men. Supports healthy prostate function in men Non-GMO and Gluten free Other Ingredients: certified organic cane alcohol (55-65%), distilled water...$19.19 -
Herb Pharm - Comfrey - 1 Each-1 FZ
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$19.19Comfrey From Herb Pharm is an herbal supplement that contains the dried root of comfrey and may provide temporary relief from occasional pain, may support a healthy respiratory system, may support the normal development of cells in tissue, may support...$19.19 -
Herb Pharm - Chaparral Liquid - 1 Each-1 FZ
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$19.19Chaparral from Herb Pharm is an herbal-based dietary supplement prepared from the dried leaf and flower of Chaparral (Larrea tridentate) shrub, which is sustainably wildcrafted in its natural habitat in the deserts of southwestern America. The plant,...$19.19 -
Herb Pharm - Liver Health Tonic - 1 Each-1 FZ
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$19.19The overall health and function of your liver and gallbladder may be affected by any number of factors, which can include a heavy toxic load, a consistently poor diet, and even high levels of stress. If you've been searching for a natural way to help...$19.19