80122
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Colour
White only
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Quantity
56 bottles per box
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80177
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Quantity
100 bottles per box
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Dropper
100 droppers (packaged separately in 2 bags)
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Neck Size & Style
24mm tampertel closure
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Material
Amber glass
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Style
Round
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Height
75mm
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Diameter
30mm
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Circumference
107mm
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Neck Size & Style
Tampertel closure
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Material
Amber glass
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80132
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Colour
Black caps
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Quantity
50 bottles per box
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35001
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Common Name
Bupleurum, Sickle-leaved Hare's Ear
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Botanical Name
Bupleurum falcatum
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Part Used
Root
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Clinical Summary
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Alcohol
45%
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Dose
20 to 60mL weekly
Bupleurum is beneficial in diseases associated with poor liver function, acute and chronic liver disease, chronic inflammatory disorders and autoimmune diseases. It is also effective in endometriosis, irregular menstruation and the symptoms of perimenopause. More recently it has been used in the management of miscarriage cases.
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A guide to Bupleurum and its properties
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Traditional Use
Bupleurum is a traditional Chinese medicine used to protect the liver where it exerts anti-inflammatory and hepatoprotective actions. The root was traditionally used as a tonic for influenza and the common cold, to treat the associated fever (because it is cooling), inflammation and pain, as well as prolapse of the uterus and rectum.
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Actions
Anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, antitussive, diaphoretic, neuroprotective, renal tonic, digestive tonic, bitter tonic
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Indications
• Supports healthy gastrointestinal and liver function. acute or chronic liver disease including hepatitis, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
• Relief of the symptoms of cold and influenza, fever, pain
• Autoimmune disease or suppression including asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, dementia, pancreatitis, hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, cancer treatment
• Hypoglycaemia, kidney disorders
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Energetics
Bitter, cold
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Use in Pregnancy
Contraindicated
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Contraindications & Cautions
Large doses may have a sedative effect in some patients. Keep to a minimum in patients with pre-existing cholestasis. In rare cases it may cause loose stool, nausea, flatulence, irritation of the gastric mucous membranes and reflux. Due to high saponin content use with caution in patients with coeliac disease, fat malabsorption, pre-existing cholestasis, deficiencies in vitamins A, D, E and K, upper digestive tract irritations and topically on open wounds.
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Drug Interactions
Caution with anticoagulant/antiplatelet (such as warfarin), antidiabetic and immunosuppressant drugs.
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Dietary Information
Vegan friendly. Gluten and dairy free
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Substitutes
Schizandra, Globe Artichoke, Dandelion Root, Turmeric, St. Mary’s Thistle, Celandine, Boldo
34301
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Common Name
Turkey Tail
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Botanical Name
Trametes versicolor
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Part Used
Fruiting Body
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Clinical Summary
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Monograph
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Alcohol
30%
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Dose
35 to 80mL weekly
Turkey tail is so named because of its bright and intricately patterned crowns that are formed in the process while the mushroom grows, providing it with its distinctive turkey tail-like appearance. A revered tonic in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), turkey tail has gained recognition in modern times for its remarkable ability to balance the immune system by both enhancing a weakened response and regulating an overactive one. Its most significant application has been in the field of oncology, where it is valued for its immunomodulating properties
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A guide to Turkey Tail and its properties
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Traditional Use
Traditional Chinese Medicine has utilised extracts of the whole turkey tail fruiting body for centuries, primarily as a tonic for strengthening the lungs, spleen and liver, for dispelling ‘dampness’ and ‘phlegm’, for anorexia, fatigue, lack of strength, influenza, the common cold and stomach issues. The Japanese have incorporated it into their traditional medicine system for supporting immune function and overall vitality.
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Actions
Immunomodulator, antioxidant, prebiotic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, adaptogen, hepatoprotective
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Indications
• Immune support in individuals with compromised immunity, autoimmune or allergic conditions and during and after cancer treatment.
• Adjunctive cancer therapy: Used alongside conventional treatments to reduce side effects and improve outcomes in cancers such as gastric, colorectal and breast cancer
• Recurrent and chronic infections: Chronic viral infections, recurrent respiratory infections.
• Chronic fatigue and post-viral syndromes.
• Inflammatory bowel conditions including ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.
• Hepatic support: For toxic exposure or recovery from hepatitis. -
Energetics
Neutral to slightly warm, with some cooling properties depending on its application.
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Use in Pregnancy
Insufficient reliable information available so avoid using.
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Contraindications & Cautions
Orally, turkey tail and its PSK component are generally well tolerated. There have been reports of gastrointestinal side effects, haematological abnormalities, liver dysfunction and palpitations, but these are in patients who received PSK in addition to standard chemotherapy. It is not known if these are due to PSK, the chemotherapy, or both.
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Drug Interactions
Caution with antidiabetic medications. Theoretically, taking turkey tail with antidiabetic drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycaemia. Caution with immunosuppressants. Theoretically, the PSP component of turkey tail might increase exposure to cyclophosphamide. Caution with selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs). Theoretically, the PSP component of turkey tail might interfere with the absorption of tamoxifen.
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Dietary Information
Vegan friendly. Gluten and dairy free.
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Substitutes
Reishi, Astragalus, Echinacea, Baical Scullcap, Calendula, Schizandra, Olive Leaves
34901
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Common Name
Hops
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Botanical Name
Humulus lupulus
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Part Used
Strobile
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Clinical Summary
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Alcohol
45%
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Dose
10 to 40mL weekly
The mild sedative properties of hops are often useful for people with difficulty sleeping. The big advantage of hops is that they are an effective digestive bitter so if bitter stimulation is required, as part of the therapeutic approach, hops are good to use. They are also a source of phytoestrogens and are used for treating hot flushes, improving menstrual regularity when women have polycystic ovarian syndrome, premature ejaculation nd to reduce sexual appetite in men
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A guide to Hops and its properties
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Traditional Use
Although hops are most famous for producing the bitter flavour in beer it has been used since ancient times in many different cultures (China, India and North America). It is related botanically, though not pharmacologically, to cannabis. The climbing nature of the herb influenced its common name, as this is derived from the Anglo-Saxon word hoppan, which means ‘to climb’.
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Actions
Phyto-oestrogenic, hormone modulator, hypnotic, nervine, sedative, anxiolytic, antispasmodic, bitter tonic
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Indications
• Insomnia
• Anxiety, restlessness, panic attacks
• Anorexia, nervous dyspepsia
• Neuralgia, tension headache
• Menopause
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Energetics
Bitter, cold, dry.
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Use in Pregnancy
Caution is advised in pregnancy because of the possible hormonal effects.
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Contraindications & Cautions
Caution is advised in patients with oestrogen dependent tumours.
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Drug Interactions
Caution with central nervous system depressant drugs and alcohol. Monitor with oral contraceptives and hormone replacement therapy or anti-oestrogenic drugs.
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Dietary Information
Vegan friendly. Gluten and dairy free
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Substitutes
Ziziphus, Valerian, Saffron, Passionflower, Californian Poppy, Chamomile