St. Francis Herb Farm Goldenseal Tincture – 50mL

Berberine is the component of goldenseal that makes it an infection fighter. It has anti-microbial activity against viruses, fungi, parasites and bacteria. [LIQUID]Golden Seal (Hydrastis canadensis)

Purified water, Grain Alcohol

Certified organically grown

Stimulates natural anti-biotic properties

Ideal for infections, flu, colds, respiratory ailments & more

May be helpful for inflammatory bowel conditions

Easy to use & absorb liquid tincture

Gluten-free

Goldenseal

goldenseal is most commonly known as a partner to echinacea for the treatment of common cold and respiratory infections.berberine is the component of goldenseal that makes it an infection fighter. it has anti-microbial activity against viruses, fungi, parasites and bacteria. hydrastine is the component of goldenseal that relaxes smooth muscles. this is helpful to relieve coughs, intestinal and stomach spasms and decrease blood pressure. additionally goldenseal decreases secretions and inflammation in mucus membranes. thus goldenseal can be used for gastritis, inflammatory bowel problems, cystitis (bladder inflammation), sinusitis, bronchitis and rhinitis (nasal inflammation). there are some claims that goldenseal can mask urine drug screening but there is no clinical study to prove this effect.practitioners may recommend goldenseal for any of the following:upper respiratory tract infections (including colds), nasal congestion, fever, allergic rhinitis, pneumonia, whooping cough, diarrhea, gastritis, colitis, peptic ulcers, anorexia, constipation, anal fissures, flatulence, hemorrhoids, liver ailments, jaundice, malaria, internal hemorrhage,postpartum bleeding, inflamed mucous membranes of the vagina or urethra, menorrhagia (excessive menstruation), dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation), urinary tract infections (utis), and gonorrhea.benefits of tincturescapsules, soft gels and tablets are very popular. tinctures, however, have many advantages over these modes of delivery. the bio-availability of tinctures is very high in comparison, because unlike pills tinctures don’t rely on digestion to break them down. tinctures are readily absorbed by the body, beginning their work in the bloodstream almost as soon as they enter the mouth. which is a very significant benefit. note also that:

Tinctures can be applied externally as well as internally

Tinctures can be stored for long periods of time, even years, without loss of effectiveness

Tinctures can be taken relatively accurately because they are administered in drops