Essiac Loose Leaf Tea

Essiac Tea Organic ​Blend Origin: United States ​INGREDIENTS: Organic burdock root, organic sheep sorrel herb, organic slippery elm bark, and organic (Turkey) rhubarb root. WARNING: NOTICE: This product contains Rhubarb Root (Rheum palmatum). Read and follow directions carefully. Do not use if you have or develop diarrhea, loose stools, or abdominal pain because Rhubarb Root may worsen these conditions and be harmful to your health. Consult your physician if you have frequent diarrhea or if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition. Individuals with a history of kidney stones should use this herb cautiously. The ingredients in Essiac tea form a famous historical formula traditionally used as a metabolic tonic and "blood purifier." Its history is rooted in Canadian nursing lore (popularized by Rene Caisse) and is primarily associated with detoxification and immune modulation. INSTRUCTIONS FOR PREPARATION: ​Boil 32 oz fresh spring water or distilled water in a stainless steel pot. ​Stir in 1 oz of tea (by weight), cover pot. ​Boil 10 minutes. ​Remove from heat and stir. Cover and let sit for 12 hours at room temperature. ​Stir, cover, and bring to a boil. Remove from heat. ​Strain through a fine mesh colander. Funnel liquid into clean amber glass bottle and cap. Tighten cap after cooling. Refrigerate. Mixture will stay fresh for 2-3 weeks if refrigerated. ​DIRECTIONS: Daily serving size: 4 oz ​Shake herbal tea to mix well. Add 2 fl oz tea to equal amount (2 fl oz) boiled fresh spring water or distilled water. ​Drink 4 fl oz daily on an empty stomach, preferably before bedtime. *For educational purposes only. Not to be taken as medical advice. As always, check with your Dr before starting any new herbal preparations. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medications or have a medical condition consult your doctor first. This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.