Herbs, however, can trigger side effects and can interact with other herbs, supplements, or medications. Dr. Clark Store.
- Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis) is known for combating colds and flu, as well as soothing inflamed skin, eyes, throat, and mucous membranes.* It also increases bile flow and digestive enzymes and thus may improve the health of the liver and spleen.* This single herb tincture, available in many sizes, is bottled in amber glass. One, two, and four-ounce sizes include a glass dropper.
- Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is an extremely versatile herb. It has the reputation of being anti-inflammatory, aiding digestion, preventing nausea, increasing circulation, fighting infections such as colds or flu, relieving headaches, and more.* To top it off, it is delicious! This tincture is bottled in amber glass and available in many sizes. The one-, two-, and four-ounce bottles each include a glass dropper.
- Peppermint (Mentha piperita) is considered one of the best of the digestive aids. It is also added to cough and cold remedies and used to relieve tension headaches. The menthol it contains imparts a sensation of coolness and can make breathing easier.* This tincture is bottled in amber glass and available in many sizes. The one-, two-, and four-ounce bottles each include a glass dropper. Read more about the beneficial uses of peppermint.
- Garlic (Allium sativum) is one of the herbs that has been known and used for thousands of years in many cultures. Today it is used to help prevent heart disease (including atherosclerosis, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure) and to improve the immune system. It is also well known for its direct anti-bacterial, anti-viral, and anti-fungal actions.*
This tincture is bottled in amber glass and available in many sizes. The one-, two-, and four-ounce bottles each include a glass dropper.
Gotu kola (Centella asiatica) as a single herb tincture, bottled in amber glass. This tincture comes in many sizes. The one-, two-, and four-ounce bottles each include a glass dropper.
Some traditional uses for gotu kola are for mental clarity and to improve varicose veins, heal wounds, scars, and stretch marks. It also may be used for its anti-oxidant content.*
- Ashwagandha (also called winter cherry or Indian ginseng) is used as a general tonic and adaptogen, helping the body adapt to stress. In addition, it possesses antioxidants and contributes to a healthy immune system.
This tincture is bottled in amber glass and available in many sizes. The one-, two-, and four-ounce bottles each include a glass dropper.