- 237mg
- Organic Goldenseal (fresh root, hydrastis canadensis)
- 60%
- Organic Alcohol
Format
Liquid
50ml
Dosage
Adults 1.5 ml, 2 to 3 times per day, maximum of 3 weeks. Dilute tincture in a mouthful of water. Shake before using. External use: apply undiluted tincture on skin.
Important Information
Consult a health care practitioner if symptoms persist. Avoid use with prescription drugs, sedatives or natural products with sedative effects, alcoholic beverages. Do not use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or if you have high blood pressure or kidney disease.
- Soothes mucus membranes of respiratory tract
- Useful for cases of inflammation and active ulcers of the lining of the digestive tract
- May Be Helpful For Inflammatory Bowel Conditions
- Easy To Take Liquid
- No additives, colouring, added sugar, gluten, soy or GMOs.
- Kosher, vegan and non-irradiated
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GOLDENSEAL TINCTURE - ANTIVIRAL
Mode Of Action
The main constituents of goldenseal are isoquinoline alkaloids (berberine, hydrastine, canadine), canadaline, hydrastidine, isohydrastidine, berberastine, resins, chlorogenic acid, carbohydrates, fatty acids and volatile oils. Berberine is responsible for goldenseal’s bitterness and its characteristic yellow colour as well as its remarkable antimicrobial action. In low doses, berberine is bacteriostatic; in large doses, it kills bacteria. Studies have also shown that goldenseal is efficient in treating antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
Goldenseal has a peculiar action. It promotes a healthy functioning of the mucus membranes. Berberine also interferes with the adherence of bacteria to the mucus membrane, having a direct effect on the multiplication of pathogens. Clinical studies have shown that a healthy stimulation of mucus membranes by goldenseal fights viral infections more efficiently than some pharmaceutical products. Other studies have clearly demonstrated goldenseal’s antibacterial effect on many microorganisms, such as Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, Pseudomonas and certain strains of influenza. Goldenseal’s antiinflammatory, anti-catarrhal and expectorant properties relieve inflammation of the upper respiratory tract and makes it an excellent herb in the treatment of the ear-throat-nose infections.
Goldenseal has many effects on the digestive tract: it stimulates appetite, digestion and the secretion of bile. It treats certain types of infections of the digestive system. Its effect has been demonstrated on many strains of fungus and yeasts (C. Albicans, A. flavus, A. fumigatus), on certain parasites (G. lamblia, T. vaginalis, ameoba) and on H. pylori bacteria. Goldenseal has a specific affinity for mucus membranes, making it very useful for cases of inflammation and active ulcers of the lining of the digestive tract.
Since goldenseal is mainly eliminated by the kidneys, its constituents come in direct contact with the urinary tract, making it very efficient at fighting urinary tracts infections, thanks to its anti-inflammatory, astringent, antibacterial and antiseptic properties. To treat a bladder infection, it is preferable to dilute goldenseal tincture in a mouthful of water before taking it and to use it along with a decoction of marshmallow root to avoid aggravating the underlying irritation.
Berberine has beneficial effects on the cardiovascular system: as an inotrope, it increases the strength of the heart muscle, it is antiarrhythmic and a vasodilator. Also, goldenseal’s canadine regulates cholesterol levels.
Helpful Associations
Cold & Flu Tea infusion against infections.
Sinustop for sinusitis.
Calendula and chamomile compresses for conjunctivitis, combined with Eyebright tincture used internally.
Calendula salve for herpes.
Puritea capsules for infection, for cold-sores or genital herpes flare-ups.
Uses
Respiratory system: bronchitis, flu, cold, sinusitis, sore throat.
Immune system: bacterial and viral infections, conjunctivitis.
Genitourinary system: urinary infection, bladder infection, vaginitis, prostate inflammation, sexually-transmitted disease.
Digestive system: gingivitis, inflammation and ulcer of mouth, stomach and intestine, diarrhoea caused by E.coli.
Ear-throat-nose: ear ache, inner-ear infection, tonsillitis, when taken orally.
External use: insect bite, cold sores and genital herpes, itching, eczema, mycosis, heals wounds, ringworm, cicatrization.
History
Goldenseal is found only in North America and there is a single known species of its genus. Even though is it called canadensis, it is more prevalent in the United States than in Canada. In Canada, it grows mostly in the Niagara valley and in the Okanagan valley. Goldenseal was widely used by First Nations who appreciated its medicinal virtues. The Cherokee used it as an antiseptic, a general tonic and to stimulate appetite. The Iroquois used it against whooping cough, pneumonia and digestive problems. American pioneers used it as an eye-bath and to treat sore throat and digestive troubles.
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