AR-1 Powder 16 oz.

A synergistic blend of herbs for the joints. Joint discomfort can make the simplest daily activities more difficult to manage. Our joints are subjected to a lot of weight through daily activities. As if that weren't enough, poorly aligned bones, weak muscles & exercise can produce even greater stress on joints. Christopher's Original Formulas AR-1 Powder consists of herbs that are rich in organic calcium that can be assimilated & useful for joints. Also available in Capsule (Joint Formula) form. Old names: Joint Formula & Yucca AR. Proudly made in the U.S.A. Directions Varies according to individual need. Bulk Formulas can be prepared for Extracts, Capsules, Decoctions, Balsams, Plasters, Fomentations & many other uses. We encourage you to research information on the formula & preparation that works best for you. While we cannot cover every herbal preparation below is a few common methods. Encapsulating - To fill capsule, simply take the two halves of a capsule apart (one in each hand), and push these halves into powder and toward each other, pressing the halves together again & at the same time compressing the powder. Small encapsulation products that help to capsule 50 herbs at one time are available. Infusion or Tea - Use 1 teaspoon of cut herb per cup of distilled water. Bring water to a boil, remove from the heat source, then add the applicable amount of herb to the water. Cover & allow to steep for at least 20 minutes (longer for stronger tea). Strain the herb & let stand until cool enough to drink. Fomentation - Soak a piece of gauze, Turkish towel or similar porous material in the infusion or decoction needed. Sometimes hot Apple Cider Vinegar is used. Cool until the material is just bearable. Cover with plastic or oil cloth to prevent the liquid from soaking bed clothes, etc. Keep damp & change periodically. Store in a cool, dry place. Keep out of reach of children. Recycle after use. Natural color variation may occur. This product is not to be relabeled or repackaged. Label Info UPC: 084783873303 Proprietary Blend: * Hydrangea Root, Brigham Root, Yucca Root, Chaparral Leaf, Black Walnut Leaf, Lobelia Herb, Burdock Root, Sarsaparilla Root, Wild Lettuce, Valerian, Wormwood Herb, Cayenne Pepper & Black Cohosh Root. No added Fillers or Chemicals. * This statement has not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.