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- Tincture of Black Cohosh Root - (Actaea racemosa)
Tincture of Black Cohosh Root - (Actaea racemosa)
Description
Botanical name: Actaea racemose
Part used: Fresh or Dried roots
Ingredients: Fresh Black Cohosh roots & certified organic non-GMO cane alcohol and pure spring water.
Percentage of alcohol used: 55-65%
Ratio plant to menstruum: 1:2 - 1:5
Safety considerations: Contraindicated during pregnancy until three weeks before the due date.
About: Standing tall in the summer sun, these amazing flowers are literally covered in dancing bees of all varieties White flowers rise above Earth; dark black roots tangle below. We dig roots in the fall for making our extract. The bed is 20 feet from the bee hives too.
Considered a woman’s herb, Black cohosh supports one’s menstrual cycle, including the many changes menopause brings; tonifies reproductive energy and harmonizes it for a woman through the many changes she must experience as woman. Supports labor and delivery. A mild muscle relaxant for all humans. Note: Seek a knowledgeable practitioner for guidance in use.
Recommended Dosage: 30-60 drops OR 1/4 - 1/2 tsp, 2-4 times per day in juice or water. *Please note our recommended dosage may differ from other sources.
*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.