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Whether growing them yourself or obtaining from a sustainably sourced supplier, the following herbs are versatile enough to begin a robust home apothecary. From this collection, tinctures, teas, poultices, balms, salves, powders, capsules and infusions can easily be made at home with a a few supplies and bit of know-how. It’s been done for thousands of years and you can do it too! Cayenne Pepper Powder Ceylon Cinnamon Chamomile Comfrey Leaf Dandelion Root Echinacea Elderberry Ginger Root Goldenseal Holy Basil Hyssop Juniper Berry Lobelia Herb Marshmallow Root Milk Thistle Mullein Nettle Leaf Oregano Peppermint Red Raspberry Red Clover Blossom Tumeric Root Valerian Root Yarrow

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GOLDENSEAL Hydrastis canadensis Among the top selling botanical supplements in the US for many years, Goldenseal is now at risk of extinction in the wild. As a result, Goldenseal has become increasingly expensive. This amazing plant is native to North America and has a rich history in Native American medicine. —The Iroquois use the plant to remedy digestive complaints and to help fight infections. —The roots are considered a health tonic by the Cherokee. They mixed the pulverized roots with bear fat for use as an insect repellant. —Settlers used it as a common home remedy and It was listed in the U.S. Parmacopoeia from 1831 until 1936. —Parts of the plant are also used in treating snakebites The rhizome of the Goldenseal plant has been used for the treatment of a variety of diseases including, gastrointestinal disorders and ulcers, constipation, skin infections, eye infections, urinary and digestive tract infections. The most bio active alkaloid identified in different parts of the Goldenseal plant is Berberine which gives the extract of various parts of the plant its numerous therapeutic effects such as antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, hypolipidemic, hypoglycemic, antioxidant, neuroprotective (anti-Alzheimer's disease), cardioprotective, and gastrointestinal protective. Various research findings suggest the health promoting effects of goldenseal components and their extracts. Hydrastine is the other major alkaloid found in goldenseal. It is noted for killing bacteria and fighting off bacterial infections. It’s also considered a central nervous system depressant and can act as a sedative. Other bioactive compounds found in the plant work synergistically with these two primary alkaloids to give Goldenseal its unique blend of therapeutic benefits. Goldenseal is a local antibiotic, meaning it must come into contact with the infected area. It also creates a mild immune system activation. This makes it useful in urinary tract and digestive tract infections. Goldenseal has been shown to lower blood sugar which also helps in treating infections since most pathogens feed on glucose. It has also been used as a topical treatment for canker sores. While much research has been done on Berberine, there’s not much in the literature about Goldenseal. “More research is needed.” Just because Goldenseal is endangered and costly doesn’t mean you can’t have your own supply. Goldenseal is hardy in growing zones 3-8. Consider cultivating your own Goldenseal in a shady area with good drainage. Great for making tinctures!

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