BF&C Powder 16 oz.

A synergistic combination of herbs for bones, flesh & cartilage. Bones play a major role in our body. They provide structure, protect organs & anchor muscles. Skin care along with healthy lifestyle choices can help slow the natural aging process. Christopher's Original Formulas time-tested BF&C Cut supports bones, skin, tissue, hair, nails, teeth & gums. Also available in Capsule, Conditioner (BF&C), Hair & Scalp Oil (BF&C) Oil, Ointment, Shampoo, Soap (BF&C) & Syrup form. Old names: Bones Flesh & Cartilage, Complete Tissue & Bone. 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. Decoction - Cover roots, barks & other hard herbal material with water, an ounce of the herb to a pint and a half of water. Bring to a boil & gently simmer for about 20-30 minutes. Drain off the liquid while hot & press the herbs to make sure that the decoction is fully extracted. Decoctions are strong. Take as directed. 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. Warning: Contains Comfrey. For external use only. Do not use if pregnant or nursing. 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 Cut UPC: 084783873297 Powder UPC: 084783873280 Proprietary Blend: * White Oak Bark, Comfrey Root, Marshmallow Root, Mullein Leaf, Black Walnut Leaf, Gravel Root, Wormwood Herb, Lobelia Herb & Skullcap Herb. 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.