Centaury Tincture (Centaurium erythraea)
Description
A herbal food supplement
BOTANICAL NAME
Erythraea centaurium
COMMON NAMES
Centaury
FAMILY
Gentianaceae
DESCRIPTION
Extracts such as tinctures or essences offer a convenient alternative to herbal teas. Many are used in food, food supplements, cosmetics and as an ingredient by herbalists in bespoke formulas.
Ingredients:
Erythraea centaurium extracted in sugar beet ethanol (alcohol). The part used is the root. The strength is 1:3 45%.
Directions:
Adults: Take up to 5 ml (100 drops), 3 times a day in a little water, unless otherwise told by a qualified herbal medicine practitioner. This amount may be added to cold or warm water, juice or another drink. Build the dose up gradually.
Cautions:
Contains alcohol. 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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