Actions: Bitter tonic, digestive stimulant, appetite stimulant, choleretic, galactogenic, anti-inflammatory, febrifuge, antibacterial and antibiotic.

• Choleretic / Promotes bile flow
• Digestive / Stimulates gastric secretions
• Aperitif / Increase appetite
• Galactogen / Promotes breastfeeding
• Expectorant / Helps expel mucus from the respiratory tract

Indications : Traditionally used in Herbal Medicine as a digestive tonic and bitter to increase appetite, aid digestion (stomachic) and help relieve indigestion (dyspepsia). Traditionally used in Herbal Medicine as an expectorant to help relieve cold symptoms such as excessive mucus build up (excessive catarrh).

It is a bitter tonic which stimulates gastric, intestinal and biliary secretions. It is a plant known to relieve digestive problems: constipation, flatulence, chronic headaches (of hepatic origin) as well as all hepatobiliary disorders. Its anti-inflammatory action helps to decongest the bile ducts.

Ingredient: Blessed thistle (Cnicus benedictus) organic dried herb top.

Dosage: (Adults) Infuse a tablespoon in a cup of boiling water, cover, steep 3 to 5 minutes and strain. Drink 2 to 3 cups a day.

Precautions: Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you have severe liver problems. Do not take in excessive doses, could cause vomiting.

Contraindications: Do not use if you are pregnant.