Essiac (Herbal Immune Support) 500mg, 60 Capsules

Essiac (Herbal Immune Support) Capsule Details

The Essiac formula is a herbal supplement that boosts the immune system and contains traditional medicinal herbs used by the Canadian Ojibwe. Renee M. Caisse, a nurse, was given the herbal combination by a patient, and she created an innovative formula using the herbs as a drinking liquid. The Essiac traditional herbal treatment is available in both liquid and capsule form, with the same potency. Essiac Herbal Capsules may be more convenient to use: great for usage at work or when traveling.

Previously advertised as "Extract Formula," the liquid Essiac formula is now marketed as "Herbal Extract." This is the same product and formula under a different name.

Similarly, with the variety newly marketed as "Essiac Herbal Capsules," the formula is the SAME.

The Four Cleansing & Immune Boosting Herbs In Essiac Powder:

Burdock

A plant found commonly in fields and on the edges of forests, the root of the burdock plant has a long history of medicinal use. It removes toxins from the body by cleaning the blood, thus it is used for skin conditions, like acne, that are considered to result from toxin accumulation.  Burdock can also be used to cleanse toxins from the intestinal tract.  It is a bitter herb that causes the release of digestive juices and bile, thus helping with intestinal cleansing.  

Sheep Sorrel

Rich in naturally occurring antioxidants, sheep sorrel is a leafy plant with a long history of medicinal use in boosting the immune system.  Free radical damage to the cells and subsequently the tissues of the body has been recognized as a major contributing factor to the development of many degenerative diseases. Antioxidants help to neutralize the harmful toxins that can cause cellular damage that may eventually lead to disease.

Slippery Elm Bark

Slippery elm is a tree that is native to North America and was first used by native North Americans.  They discovered that when the bark was mixed with water it formed a thick mucus-like substance.  Slippery elm is a demulcent, an agent that coats and protects mucosal surfaces.  The active components in slippery elm are large carbohydrate molecules.  In the respiratory tract slippery elm decreases cough, speeds removal of mucus and helps to heal the tract.  In the stomach and intestines slippery elm protects the lining from ulceration.  Slippery elm also soothes the urinary tract and helps the skin to heal.  Natural health practitioners recommend slippery elm for a variety of needs including sore throat, colds, coughs, bladder infections, digestive ulcers, burns, and wounds.

Indian Rhubarb Root

Used traditionally in small amounts, the herb acts as a gentle laxative and helps purge the liver of toxic buildup and waste. It helps neutralize acids due to indigestion. Its malic acid also carries oxygen to all parts of the body , aiding and promoting a positive and balancing effect upon the whole digestive system.

For informational purposes only. Information not intended as a substitute for medical advice. Consult a health care practitioner before taking nutritional supplements.

Adult dosage: Take 2 to 4 capsules twice a day, either an hour before meals or 2 to 3 hours after. Or, take as recommended by a qualified healthcare professional. Consult a healthcare professional regarding long-term use.