Sarsaparilla Root (Smilax ornata)
Description
A herbal food supplement
BOTANICAL NAME
Smilax ornata
COMMON NAMES
Sarsaparilla, Jamaican sarsaparilla, honduran sarsaparilla
FAMILY
Smilacaceae
DESCRIPTION
Climbing vines native to the West Indies.
PART SUPPLIED
The loose dried chopped root.
AVAILABLE AS
100g / 500g Pouch. Not currently available to customers in the EU.
SUITABLE FOR
Vegetarians and vegans.
DIRECTIONS
Infusion: 1 teaspoon of herb to a cup of cold water. Pour boiling water over the herb and leave to infuse for 5 to 10 minutes. Flavour with lemon, ginger or honey if desired. Drink 3 times a day unless otherwise told by a medical herbalist.
CAUTIONS
This herb is considered safe in food amounts. Maximum of 12g per day may be taken as a powder or capsules. Do not take if you are allergic to this plant or other members of this plant's family (Smilacaceae). Not all herbs are suitable in pregnancy, breastfeeding or for young children, or if you are unwell, have health concerns or an ongoing illness. If in doubt, please ask us, your medical herbalist or healthcare practitioner. If you are taking any medication, please speak to your healthcare practitioner before using this product. Discontinue use and consult a doctor if adverse reactions occur. This product should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet or lifestyle. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
MEDICINAL USE
Sarsaparilla is also an ingredient in our Napiers Oily Skin Clarity Blend and in Napiers Dry Skin Beauty Blend, popular herbal food supplements used to support skin health.
Blood purifier for the treatment of acne and psoriasis. Good general tonic to help reduce stress response.
Key actions: Antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, alterative, antirheumatic, antipruritic.
In clinic: Herbalists use this herb to treat skin conditions such as psoriasis.
If you are interested in the medicinal use of this herb please consult a herbalist. Herbs are generally used at medicinal strength, in blends, prescribed for each unique patient's condition
STORAGE
Keep sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.
PACKAGING
Pouches: Packaged in a biodegradable stand-up resealable pouch. Made with 45% - 60% renewable wood pulp starch. When placed into a composting environment the pouches will biodegrade to compost within 3 months.
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