Fall & Winter- Five Tincture Kit- Supporting Respiratory Infections, Antiviral, Anti-inflammatory, & Immune Booster

Tinctures are the purest form of an herb, macerating through a minimum of two months, buds, leaves, seeds, or roots in a liquid combining alcohol, distilled water, and if required, vegetable glycerin.  In the fall through the winter season, particular herbs, either singularly or synergistically (combined) serve to fight a viral infection, boost the immune system, or offer a potent respiratory expectorant or demulcent.  Instead of over-the-counter medicines, herbal-based tinctures are all-natural solutions to reduce or alleviate symptoms.

Each herbal tincture is contained in a one-ounce dropper bottle, providing one week worth of treatment (if following directions for multiple dosages per day, or three weeks if used once daily. Tinctures are shelf-stable and last five-plus years in a cool, dark environment. 

CAT'S CLAW: One of the most vital antivirals (fighting the spread of viruses in the body,) antioxidants (boosts the immune system,) anti-inflammatory, and antimutagenic (prevents the mutation of cancerous cells.)  Research shows it is an effective treatment in reducing various conditions, including arthritis, associated with inflammation and pain.  Additionally, taking cat’s claw assists individuals with leaky gut syndrome, gastrointestinal distress, and cold symptoms (runny nose, congestion, and fatigue.)  Pain relief arrives after one week, benefits increase after eight weeks.

Tincture Formula: 1:5, 60% alcohol (80 proof), 40% distilled water.                                                                                                                                                   Directions: Directions: Begin by shaking the bottle.  One dropper contains roughly 30 drops; therefore, place 20 drops into a cool liquid, such as juice or water, and consume it up to three times daily.

ASTRAGALUS ROOT & ELEUTHERO ROOT SYNERGY:  As adaptogenic and tonic herbs aiming to boost energy levels, restoring and strengthening immunity (from chemotherapy or chronic illness.)  Antibacterial and antiviral properties improve the speed of wounds, treat common colds, and fight viral and respiratory infections.                                                                

Tincture Formula:  Astragalus root: 1:5, 40% alcohol (80 proof) and 60% distilled water; Eleuthero root: 1:4, 30% alcohol (80 proof), 70% distilled water                                         

Directions: Shake before opening.  Consume 30 drops, twice daily. 

ELECAMPANE ROOT & MULLEIN LEAF SYNERGY: Two ancient herbs that relieve lung diseases, including asthma, bronchitis, and whooping cough.  Its warming and drying properties are ideal for “wet” respiratory conditions and stuck or hardening mucus.  Offering anti-inflammatory (alantolactone compounds) and potent, expectorant properties, it helps loosen phlegm, killing bacteria, preventing coughing, and clearing the lungs.  Supporting the immune system, the root fights off white blood cells, fights illness, and promotes circulation and movement.

Tincture Formula: Elecampane root: 1:5, 60% alcohol (80 proof), 40% Distilled water, Mullein leaf: 1:5, 65% alcohol (80 proof),  35% distilled water

Directions: Shake before opening.  Consume 40 drops, up to four times daily. Recommended dosage before bed, especially aids the body!

LICORICE ROOT & MARSHMALLOW ROOT SYNERGY: Ideal for children, a potent demulcent (relieves irritation of the mucus membranes- offering anti-viral and anti-inflammatory properties) healing inflamed sore throats, bronchial infections, or stomach digestive irritations.   It is also used as an expectorant, anti-spasmodic, anti-hepatotoxic, and for its mild laxative effects.

Tincture Formula:  Licorice root: 1:5, 40% (80 proof alcohol), 60% distilled water; Marshmallow root: 1:5, 40% (80 proof alcohol), 60% distilled water

Directions: Shake before opening.  Consume thirty drops, up to three times daily.

BARBERRY TINCTURE:  Featuring berberine compounds, possessing antioxidants, antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antiseptic properties, beneficial for overall well-being.  Barberry can aid cardiovascular (circulation) and digestive health, including kidneys and liver, heartburn, and digestive spasms.  Additionally, diarrhea brought on by food poisoning or traveling responds well to a barberry tincture. 

Tincture Formula:  1:5, 50% alcohol (80 proof), 50% distilled water

Directions:  Consume 20 drops, up to four times daily.