herboristerie LA VAL'HEUREUSE herb farm
Bio-defense (organic Extract)
• Reduces the duration of bacterial and viral infections (flu)
• Relieves upper respiratory tract infections
• Cold / Flu / Cough / Bronchitis / Tonsillitis / Cystitis
NPN: 80054543
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Traditionally used in herbal medicine to relieve coughs associated with upper respiratory tract infections.
NPN: 80054543
Actions: Immune stimulant, antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, antiallergic, antibiotic, antipyretic (reduces fever), diaphoretic, anti-inflammatory, antitussive, expectorant, analgesic
Organic medicinal ingredients * fresh plants:
Each 1.5ml contains:
- Echinacea Echinacea purpurea root (1:2) 225mg flowering tops (1:2) 82mg
- Elecampane Inula helenium root (1:2) 148mg
- Oregano Origanum vulgare aerial parts, 1:2) 112mg
- Thyme Thymus vulgaris leaf (1:2) 97mg
- Balsam Poplar * Populus balsamifera bud (1:2) 90mg.
Non-medicinal ingredients: 50% organic ethyl alcohol, water.
*The resin from the buds of the balsam poplar is the main ingredient in propolis, an aromatic resin collected by bees to protect the hive from disease. It has expectorant and antiseptic properties, and is a powerful antibacterial and anti-inflammatory agent. It is indicated for acute and chronic conditions of the upper respiratory tract. It can also be used as a gargle for laryngitis.
USES
Supportive therapy to treat and reduce the duration of upper respiratory tract infections.
Traditionally used in herbal medicine as an expectorant, to help relieve coughs associated with upper respiratory tract infections, such as colds, flu, and bronchitis.
- Reduces the duration of bacterial and viral infections (flu)
- Relieves upper respiratory tract infections
- Cold / Flu / Cough / Bronchitis / Tonsillitis / Cystitis
DOSAGE
Adult dosage : Take 1.5 ml (45 drops) 4 times a day in a little water (gargle and swallow). Take at the first signs of a cold or infection (or as a preventative measure).
Duration of use: If use continues beyond 8 weeks, consult a healthcare practitioner.
Precautions: Do not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. May cause an allergic reaction to propolis and acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) or other salicylates, or in people with an allergy or hypersensitivity to plants of the Willow/Poplar/Asteraceae/Daisy family.
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We place paramount importance on the quality of our ingredients. Our plants (organic or wild-harvested) are extracted in a mixture of demineralized spring water and organic cane alcohol.
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Full description
Traditionally used in herbal medicine to relieve coughs associated with upper respiratory tract infections.
NPN: 80054543
Actions: Immune stimulant, antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, antiallergic, antibiotic, antipyretic (reduces fever), diaphoretic, anti-inflammatory, antitussive, expectorant, analgesic
Organic medicinal ingredients * fresh plants:
Each 1.5ml contains:
- Echinacea Echinacea purpurea root (1:2) 225mg flowering tops (1:2) 82mg
- Elecampane Inula helenium root (1:2) 148mg
- Oregano Origanum vulgare aerial parts, 1:2) 112mg
- Thyme Thymus vulgaris leaf (1:2) 97mg
- Balsam Poplar * Populus balsamifera bud (1:2) 90mg.
Non-medicinal ingredients: 50% organic ethyl alcohol, water.
*The resin from the buds of the balsam poplar is the main ingredient in propolis, an aromatic resin collected by bees to protect the hive from disease. It has expectorant and antiseptic properties, and is a powerful antibacterial and anti-inflammatory agent. It is indicated for acute and chronic conditions of the upper respiratory tract. It can also be used as a gargle for laryngitis.
USES
Supportive therapy to treat and reduce the duration of upper respiratory tract infections.
Traditionally used in herbal medicine as an expectorant, to help relieve coughs associated with upper respiratory tract infections, such as colds, flu, and bronchitis.
- Reduces the duration of bacterial and viral infections (flu)
- Relieves upper respiratory tract infections
- Cold / Flu / Cough / Bronchitis / Tonsillitis / Cystitis
DOSAGE
Adult dosage : Take 1.5 ml (45 drops) 4 times a day in a little water (gargle and swallow). Take at the first signs of a cold or infection (or as a preventative measure).
Duration of use: If use continues beyond 8 weeks, consult a healthcare practitioner.
Precautions: Do not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. May cause an allergic reaction to propolis and acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) or other salicylates, or in people with an allergy or hypersensitivity to plants of the Willow/Poplar/Asteraceae/Daisy family.
Health one drop at a time
Our liquid concentrates allow you to enjoy the benefits of organic medicinal plants with documented actions for a long time, with real ease of use.
Add the indicated number of drops to half a glass of water and drink preferably before a meal.
Follow the dosage instructions; some concentrates are taken occasionally, others as a course of treatment, and the doses vary from one product to another.
TIP: Pour your drops of liquid concentrate into hot water to get rid of the alcohol while retaining the expected properties!
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about liquid extracts (or liquid concentrates, or tinctures, or hydroalcoholic extracts...)
What is a mother tincture (Hydroalcoolic extract)?
A mother tincture is a liquid extract obtained by cold maceration of fresh (or more rarely dried) plants in alcohol, glycerin or vinegar.
At Val'Heureuse, we carry out our macerations in alcohol, and they last at least 4 weeks. This process allows us to extract and preserve the phytocomplex (the majority of the active ingredients) of the plant for a long time.
What is the difference with essential oils?
Manufacturing
- The mother tincture is obtained by macerating the plant in alcohol. It contains active ingredients soluble in water and alcohol.
- Essential oil is extracted by steam distillation (or cold pressing for citrus fruits). This process only recovers the volatile and fragrant substances of the plant.
Concentration
- The mother tincture is less concentrated than an essential oil but more concentrated than an infusion. It allows for a gentler and more comprehensive action, as it retains a wider variety of the plant's components.
- Essential oil is an ultra-powerful concentrate . A single drop of essential oil can represent the equivalent of several dozen cups of herbal tea or numerous doses of mother tincture.
Usage and Safety
- Route of administration: Mother tinctures are specifically designed to be ingested (diluted in water). Essential oils, although sometimes usable orally under medical supervision, are more often used in diffusion or topical application (diluted in a vegetable oil).
- Precautions:
Essential oils present a much higher risk of toxicity (liver, nervous system) if misused. Mother tinctures, although containing alcohol, are generally easier to dose for daily internal use.
What is the difference with homeopathy?
Mother tinctures can be used as the basis for homeopathic formulations. In homeopathy, extremely diluted substances are used (e.g., 9CH, 15CH), whereas in herbal medicine, the mother tincture is a concentrated form . It is only diluted at the time of administration, in water or fruit juice, to ensure the correct dosage.
How to use mother tinctures and at what dosage?
Oral use: Please note that our tinctures are more concentrated than other commercially available tinctures. Be sure to follow the dosage instructions on the labels. The drops should be diluted in half a glass of water, preferably between meals.
Duration: Highly dependent on the concentrate. Some are for occasional use, others are only truly effective as a course of treatment.
A course of treatment usually lasts 3 weeks (21 to 25 days), followed by a one-week break before resuming if necessary.
Are there any contraindications?
There are contraindications which are indicated on the label of our products.
- Sensitive individuals: Not recommended for children, pregnant or breastfeeding women, or people undergoing alcohol withdrawal without medical advice. However, it is possible to eliminate the alcohol by taking the drops in hot water (the alcohol will evaporate quickly).
- Interactions: They may interact with certain medications. Consult a healthcare professional.
- Allergies: Our concentrates are formulated with plants, some of which may pose risks to people with allergies.
How do I store my mother tincture?
Duration: A sealed mother tincture can generally be kept for up to 5 years according to regulations.
Our concentrates all carry an expiry date based on stability studies specific to our range.
Storage conditions:
It must be stored away from light, heat, and humidity to preserve the active ingredients. Once opened, it is recommended to use it within one year for optimal effectiveness.