Andrographis Herb (Andrographis paniculata)
Description
A herbal food supplement
BOTANICAL NAME
Andrographis paniculata
COMMON NAMES
Andrographis, Green Chiretta
DESCRIPTION
A herbal food supplement to support your health. Note: Andrographis is very bitter.
PART SUPPLIED
The loose dried cut herb.
AVAILABLE AS
100g / 500g Pouch. Not currently available to customers in the EU.
SUITABLE FOR
Vegetarians and vegans.
DIRECTIONS
Use 1 teaspoon of dried herb to one cup of boiling water to make a tasty tea. Infuse for 5-10 minutes. Sweeten with honey or lemon to taste.
Drink 3 a day (or use as a gargle) unless otherwise told by a medical herbalist.
Alternatively add half a teaspoon (2.5 ml) of tincture to a cup of warm water for a quick alternative to tea.
The herb can be added as a flavouring to gin, vodka and other infusions.
CAUTIONS
Not all herbs are suitable in pregnancy, breastfeeding or for young children, or if you are unwell, or taking any medication. If in doubt, please ask us, your medical herbalist or healthcare practitioner.
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