Cascara Sagrada Bark Herbal Tincture

Also Known As - Rhamnus purshiana, Bitter Bark, Buckthorn, California Buckthorn, Cascara Sagrada, Chittem Bark, Dogwood Bark, Purshiana Bark, Rhamni Purshianae Cortex, Sacred Bark, Sagrada Bark, Yellow Bark, Frangula Purshiana.

Overview - This tree is native to southwestern Canada and the Pacific northwest of the United States. It likes to grow near streams and in moist areas of hardwood forests. The translation of the common name is “Sacred Bark”, and Native Americans of the Pacific Northwest passed along information on its use and preparation to the Spanish and other settlers. It has been an official preparation in the United States Pharmacopeia first listed in 1890. Eclectic Physicians in the United States would have been familiar with this herb as the Eli Lilly and Company Pharmaceutical Company introduced a combination formula called “Elixir Purgans” containing cascara and other herbs in 1877.

Medicinal Uses - Cascara Sagrada is most well known for it's laxative properties and the constituents called cascarosides and emodins have been well documented to have these properties.* The bark must be aged for at least a year in order to render these properties safely and effectively in herbal preparations. The aged dried bark supports normal peristalsis moving digested food through the alimentary canal effectively and supports the body's natural elimination processes. Externally, – Cascara bark extracts are used to stop habitual nail biting.

Active Constituents - Hydroxyanthraquinone glycosides (Cascarosides a,b,c,and d), emodin

Parts Used - Properly aged bark or at least 1 year

Features and description:

• NON GMO!
• Gluten Free!
• Highest Strength Cascara liquid extract!
• Cascara liquid extract contains ONLY natural ingredients!
• High Quality Cascara liquid extract - we use classic conventional methods of extraction! We meticulously produce our extracts according to precise standards where each herb is extracted according to the distinct characteristic of each plant!
• The highest quality Cascara extract made with love for plants and respect for Nature!
• Strength: Dry plant material / solvents ratio 1:3 with no water added.

Indications: Do not use if seal is broken or missing. Store in a cool dry place.

Safety information: Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing or taking any medications, consult your doctor before use. Discontinue use and consult your practitioner if any adverse reactions occur. Excessive consumption may impair ability to drive a motor vehicle or operate heavy equipment.

Suggested use and dosage: Shake well before use. Take 6-12 drops two - three times per day or as directed by your practitioner.

Precautions - For occasional use only as it is a bulk forming laxative and should be taken with adequate fluids.

You should not use Cascara Sagrada or any other laxative if you have appendicitis, Crohn’s disease, or ulcerative colitis. Not recommended for children under 12. Cascara sagrada is not known to be safe for pregnant women and nursing mothers.

Disclaimer - The information presented herein by Mountain Maus’ Remedies is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.