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Bloomble Best Sellers, Energy, Herbs, Powders
Organic Cacao Powder (Theobroma Cacao)
Botanical Name: Theobroma cacao (pronounce kah-kow)
Certified Organic
Country of Origin: Ecuador
Production: After the ripe pod has been cut from the tree, it is opened, the rind discarded, and the pulp and seeds laid out for several days. During this time the pulp liquefies or “sweats” and fermentation starts, which softens the bitter taste and helps to unlock the full aroma of the cacao bean. This fermentation process is usually followed by gently roasting the beans to enhance the chocolate aroma. The beans are then crushed and their thin skins removed so that only pieces or “nibs” remain. Cacao nibs are then ground into a thick brown liquid called cacao paste (aka cacao mass or liquor) which is made up of cacao butter (55-60%) and suspended fine cacao particles. This cacao paste is subsequently pressed until it separates into cacao butter and a cacao “cake” which is then ground to produce cacao powder.Qualities: Cacao powder has the lowest fat content compared to all other cacao products. Cacao is believed to contain high amounts of antioxidants such as flavonoids, and many other nutrients and minerals like stearic and oleic fatty acid, anandamide (the bliss chemical), theobromine, manganese, zinc, copper, sulfur, PEA, and tryptophan. The list of cacao’s acclaimed health benefits is lengthy and includes anti-inflammatory and heart-protective properties, calming hormones, restoration of feelings of well-being, increased energy, fighting chronic fatigue, anti-aging, and appetite-suppressing properties, improved kidney and cognitive functions, skin and tooth protection, and more. No surprise the Incas considered cacao to the “drink of the gods” which gave rise to the scientific name of the cacao tree Theobroma cacao, theo, meaning god, and broma meaning drink. Cacao has been cultivated in Ecuador since the 17th century and was the main product of export up until the 1920s.
Common Use: Cacao powder can be enjoyed in countless recipes and food preparations, raw, cooked or baked, sweet or savory…however you want to experience the uniquely wonderful taste of chocolate.
Storage: Best kept at room temperatures around 20C (68F), away from direct sunlight, protected from moisture, and tightly sealed.
Safety: We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the CFIA or FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This product has been packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and other potential allergens.
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Herbs, Sleep, Stress Relief
Organic Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)
Certified Organic
Botanical Name: Withania somnifera
Origin: India
Production: Our Ashwagandha, c/s is made from the roots only. Belonging to the tomato family, Ashwagandha is a plump shrub with oval leaves and yellow flowers, bearing small red fruits. The herb is native to the dry regions of India, northern Africa, and the Middle East, and today is also grown in more mild climates, including the United States.
Species: W. somnifera
Order: Solanales
Family: Solanaceae
Kingdom: Plantae
Genus: Withania
Qualities: Ashwagandha (aka Indian Ginseng) is one of the most well-known and widely used Ayurvedic herbs as it contains many useful medicinal chemicals, including withanolides (steroidal lactones), alkaloids, choline, fatty acids, amino acids, and a variety of sugars. While the leaves and fruit have valuable therapeutic properties, the root of the Ashwagandha plant is the part most commonly used in Western herbal remedies.
The list of health promoting qualities attributed to Ashwagandha root range from protecting the immune system, anti-inflammatory benefits, helping with concentration and combating the effects of stress, to improving sleep and reducing anxiety and depression. Overall, Ashwagandha is most well-known for its restorative and vitality promoting benefits, supporting an energetic and rejuvenating sense of wellbeing.
Common Use: Ashwagandha is typically prepared as a tea, liquid herbal extract, in herbal capsules (in powder form), added to food, or directly consumed.
Storage: Store in cool, dry place, out of direct sunlight.
Safety: Not for use in pregnancy except under the supervision of a qualified healthcare practitioner.Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the CFIA or FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This product has been packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and other potential allergens.
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Bloomble Best Sellers, Herbs, Mushrooms, Powders, Sleep
Organic Lion’s Mane Powder (Hericium erinaceus)
Bloomble Best Sellers, Herbs, Mushrooms, Powders, SleepOrganic Lion’s Mane Powder (Hericium erinaceus)
Botanical name: Ganoderma lucidum
Certified Organic
Origin: China
Production: Reishi is a polypore mushroom that usually grows on dead or dying hardwood trees and stumps in temperate regions of the world.
Qualities: Reishi (also known as “Lingzhi” (soul/spirit) mushroom) is a potent fungus that has played an important role in the traditional healing systems of China for centuries. It is thought to contain hundreds of bioactive compounds that may help balance the immune system, and to have anti-inflammatory, anti-tumour, sleep-promoting, antibacterial, antiviral, anti-diabetic, anti-oxidative, anti-ageing and anti-ulcer qualities, (to name a few).
Common Use: The most common method of consuming dried reishi mushrooms is to make a tea. The tea can be prepared by simmering the mushroom in water for about three hours. Reishi can also be added to soups, which should be simmered for two to three hours as well.
In prepared dishes, they are most commonly used sparingly, as an accent, due to the strong, earthy flavour.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place in an airtight container. Refrigeration not required.
Safety: We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the CFIA or FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This product has been packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and other potential allergens.
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Herbs, Sleep, Stress Relief
Organic Lavender Flower (Lavandula angustifolia)
Botanical Name: Lavandula Angustifolia
Certified organic
Origin: Albania
Production: This classic or “true” lavender is an aromatic perennial evergreen shrub with little, greyish-purple flowers that is valued for its sweet, delicate floral aroma and medicinal qualities. It is also known as English lavender as it was originally developed for the perfume industry in England during the 18th century. It is native to the Mediterranean but is now cultivated in all temperate climate zones where it blooms from late spring to early autumn.
Qualities: Lavender is one of the most recognized aromas and are thought to have many therapeutic properties. antiseptic and insect repellent qualities. It is known to help with relaxation and sleep, relieve tension headaches and anxiety, calm bug bites, burns, and minor skin irritations, and used as an antiseptic and insect repellent.
Lavandula Angustifolia has sweeter scented flowers than Lavandin (aka French lavender) due to its lower camphor content and thus is preferred in culinary applications.
Common use: since ancient times, lavender has been a popular addition to baths, consumed as tea or tinctures, and to give a delightful, floral flavor to desserts, meats, baked goods, and candies.
Storage: keeps well in a sealed container in a cool, dry, and dark location.
Safety: please consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.Disclaimer: this information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the FDA or CFIA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This product has been packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and other potential allergens.
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Herbs, Sleep
Organic Mullein Leaf (Verbascum thapsus)
Botanical Name: Verbascum thapsus
Certified Organic
Origin: Albania / Croatia
Production: Mullein is a leafy, fuzzy plant that grows in a rosette shape with a shoot emerging from the middle that produces small, densely grouped, yellow flowers. The flannel-like leaves are harvested in the second year.
Qualities: Mullein leaf has a long history of use in herbal medicine, mostly for the treatment of respiratory ailments such as coughs, hoarseness, colds, earaches, flu symptoms, allergies, and sore throat. Mullein can also be used topically to soothe wounds, burns, and irritated skin.
Common Use: Mullein can be used alone to brew a mild, earthy, and pleasant-tasting tea, or it can be blended with other herbs such as gotu kola,licorice root, or calendula. Mullein is also used in-ear oil recipes.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place in a sealed container.
Safety: We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the CFIA or FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This product has been packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and other potential allergens.
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Herbs
Organic Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra)
Botanical Name: Glycyrrhiza uralensis or Glycyrrhiza glabra
Certification: *NOP organic
Origin: South Africa / China / Egypt / Uzbekistan / Pakistan / Georgia
Production: The licorice plant is a herbaceous perennial legume that grows best in well-drained soils in full sun. The root system consists of one main, deep taproot with several horizontal roots branching out. The roots are harvested after the end of the third year of growth.
Qualities: Used most commonly as a flavoring or for medicinal use, licorice root is one of the most widely used herbs worldwide for respiratory and digestive support. It is taken to soothe a variety of ailments including heartburn, stomach ulcers, digestive discomfort, sore throat, and coughs. Licorice has a distinctive flavor and sweetness that comes from the glycyrrhizin that composes up to 25% of the root’s makeup. It is often likened to the flavor of anise and fennel seeds.
Common Use: Licorice has a distinctive flavor and sweetness. It can be prepared as a tea, tincture, or taken encapsulated. The sticks and slices may be chewed by themselves and are pleasant and tasty.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place in an airtight container. Refrigeration not required.
Safety: Not recommended for use in persons with hypertension, liver disorders, edema, severe kidney insufficiency, low blood potassium, or heart disease. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.*Note: All ingredients are NOP certified organic however Canada requires an additional US/Can organic equivalency statement which we are still waiting for.
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the CFIA or FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This product has been packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and other potential allergens.
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Bloomble Best Sellers, Herbs
Organic Elderberry (Sambucus nigra)
Botanical Name: Sambucus nigra
Certified Organic
Origin: Bulgaria / Croatia / Albania
Production: Elder is a flowering plant that is native to Europe, Northern Africa, and Western Asia. It produces large clusters of small, white flowers in the spring, followed by small blueish black (sometimes red) berries.
Qualities: Elderberries naturally contain vitamins A, B, and C, and they have a long history of use in traditional European medicine. The berries and flowers of the Elder plant are most commonly used to boost the immune system, improve heart health, treat coughs, and cold and flu symptoms.
Common Use: Elderberries can be used in healing teas, tinctures, and syrups, and are often combined with Echinacea. They have also been used in cordials, wines, and even ketchup recipes. The dried berries can be added to muffin or pancake recipes for a flavor similar, but less sweet, to that of blueberries.
Storage: Store in a cool, dark, dry place in a sealed container.
Safety: We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the CFIA or FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This product has been packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and other potential allergens.
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Herbs, Sleep, Stress Relief, Tea
Organic Tulsi Holy Basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum)
Botanical Name: Ocimum tenuiflorum
Certified Organic
Origin: India
Processed: Canada
Qualities: Anixety: Early research found that taking 500 mg of holy basil leaf extract twice daily after meals for 60 days reduced anxiety and associated stress and depression in people with anxiety. Diabetes: Some early research suggests that a holy basil leaf extract might decrease blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Stress: In early research, taking 400 mg of a holy basil extract (M/s Natural Remedies Pvt. Ltd, India) by mouth in the morning and 800 mg at night for 6 weeks decreased symptoms of stress, including forgetfulness, sexual problems, exhaustion, and sleep problems. Other things that Organic Tulsi Holy Basil can help are: common cold, influenza (“the flu”), asthma, bronchitis, earache, headache, stomach upset, heart disease, fever, insomnia, viral hepatitis, malaria, tuberculosis, mercury poisoning, ringworm, and an antidote to snake and scorpion bites.
Common Use: teas, tinctures, infused Oil, Infused Vinegar, oxymel, Poultice
Ingredients: 3 types of Holy Basil/Tulsi: Rama, Vana, and Krishna Tulsis.
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Herbs, Powders, Sleep, Stress Relief
Organic Siberian Ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus)
Botanical Name: Eleutherococcus senticosus
Certified Organic
Origin: China
Production: Siberian ginseng is the root of a woodland plant and a relative to the more commonly known red ginseng. It is native to Eastern Asia, China, Japan, and Russia and tolerates a variety of soils and levels of light exposure.
Qualities: Siberian ginseng has been used in traditional Chinese medicine since around 190 AD. It is considered to be an adaptogen (which helps the body adapt to stress and restore balance), and is said to be beneficial to the heart, kidneys, and to regulate blood pressure. It also contains eleutherosides, active compounds that give it anti-stress and anti-inflammatory properties.
Common Use: This powder is commonly taken in capsule form, or it can be added to smoothies or juices.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place in an airtight container. Refrigeration not required.
Safety: We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the CFIA or FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This product has been packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and other potential allergens.
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Energy, Herbs, Mushrooms, Powders
Organic Chaga Mushroom (Inonotus obliquus) Powder
Botanical name: Inonotus obliquusOrigin: Canada
Production: Bloomble’s chaga mushrooms are harvested with sustainable practices in the wild and remote forests of Eastern Canada. This means that care is taken not to damage or puncture the bark of the birch trees which host the fungi, as well as 30% of the chaga is left unharvested, to insure the renewal and growth of the mushroom and continued health of ecosystem that it is a part of.Common Use: Chaga has been in use as a medicine traditionally by indigenous peoples in Russia, Europe, Asia, and North America. The most common method of consuming Chaga mushroom is to make a tea. The tea can be prepared by simmering the mushroom in water for one hour or more, a crock pot works great. The pieces can also be reused, until they stop coloring the tea water with the dark brown color. The mild tasting tea can then be consumed on it’s own, or as a base for other teas, coffees and even soups. Chaga can also be tinctured in alcohol.Storage: Store in a cool, dark, dry place in a sealed bag or containerDisclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the CFIA or FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This product has been packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and other potential allergens.
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Bloomble Best Sellers, Energy, Herbs
Organic Bee Pollen (Apis Mellifica)
Botanical Name: Apis mellifica
Certification: EU organic*
Origin: Spain
Production: This raw bee pollen was collected from Cistus blossoms (aka Rock Rose). Beekeepers then ethically harvest the pollen by gently removing it from the hives without harming the bees or disturbing their routine. The pollen is carefully dried in the open air to retain optimal nutritional integrity. During the collection process, the pollen is never heated or ground up resulting in an extremely high-quality pollen which is completely natural and raw.
Bee pollen is sometimes called “Nature’s gold”. Just imagine, one teaspoon of pollen takes one single bee eight hours a day for one month to gather! Each bee pollen granule contains over two million grains of flower pollen and one teaspoonful contains over 2.5 billion grains of flower pollen. Consume mindfully and gratefully!
Bee pollen is considered one of nature’s most complete foods as it contains nearly all nutrients required by humans. Bee pollen is rich in protein (approximately 40%), with easy to assimilate amino acids, and many vitamins, including B-complex and folic acid as well as a multitude of antioxidant flavonoids, such as myricetin, quercetin, rutin, and trans-cinnamic acid.Over the centuries, bee pollen has been appreciated for its many uses:
– general energy booster, enhancing stamina and fighting off fatigue
– cardiovascular support attributed to potent anti-clotting powers and high content of rutin, an antioxidant bioflavonoid that helps strengthen blood vessels and may correct cholesterol levels
– respiratory support due to anti-inflammatory properties which may help with allergies and asthma
– digestive support, as it contains enzymes that can aid in digestion and improve the intestinal flora
– immune support related to antibiotic-type properties and high content of antioxidants that may protect the cells from the damaging oxidation of free radicalsSafety: Bee pollen appears to be safe for most individuals but if you have any pollen allergies, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or use blood thinning medications, please consult your healthcare provider before use.
Common Use: Start with one teaspoon, preferably taken with a piece of fruit, as the fruit fibers (raw hemicellulose) reinforce the activity of the fresh pollen. Increase your intake every day by a few grains until reaching two teaspoons a day (10 ml). For normal daily intake, you may take up to one tablespoon (15 ml), daily. Bee pollen has a slightly sweet, chalky taste and it can be added to smoothies, salads, cereal, or enjoyed in any way, preferably kept raw.
Storage: Store in a cool, dark, dry place in an airtight container. Refrigeration not required but recommended.*NOTE: Because of inter-governmental bureaucracy, when organic products with EU organic certification are not imported directly into the USA (imported into Canada first) they are not allowed to be named “organic” even though USA and the EU have an “equivalency agreement” for organic standards.
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the CFIA or FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This product has been packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and other potential allergens.
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Herbal Blends, Drinks, Herbs, Roots, Tea
Liver Tonic Tea – 3oz
Does your liver need some love? This tonic tea blend is designed for those who are looking for a liver cleansing, detoxifying, digestion supporting drink.
To use: 2 Tbsp of tea blend per 1.5 cup of water. Steep for 10-15 minutes. Strain and enjoy 1-2 cups of tea!
*Caffeine Free
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Bloomble Best Sellers, Herbs, Mushrooms, Powders, Sleep
Organic Reishi Mushroom Powder (Ganoderma lucidum)
Bloomble Best Sellers, Herbs, Mushrooms, Powders, SleepOrganic Reishi Mushroom Powder (Ganoderma lucidum)
Botanical name: Ganoderma lucidum
Certified Organic
Origin: China
Production: Reishi is a polypore mushroom that usually grows on dead or dying hardwood trees and stumps in temperate regions of the world.
Qualities: Reishi (also known as “Lingzhi” (soul/spirit) mushroom) is a potent fungus that has played an important role in the traditional healing systems of China for centuries. It is thought to contain hundreds of bioactive compounds that may help balance the immune system, and to have anti-inflammatory, anti-tumour, sleep-promoting, antibacterial, antiviral, anti-diabetic, anti-oxidative, anti-ageing and anti-ulcer qualities, (to name a few).
Common Use: The most common method of consuming dried reishi mushrooms is to make a tea. The tea can be prepared by simmering the mushroom in water for about three hours. Reishi can also be added to soups, which should be simmered for two to three hours as well.
In prepared dishes, they are most commonly used sparingly, as an accent, due to the strong, earthy flavour.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place in an airtight container. Refrigeration not required.
Safety: We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the CFIA or FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This product has been packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and other potential allergens.
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Herbs, Tea
Organic Red Clover Herb (Trifolium pratense)
Botanical Name: Trifolium pratense
Certified Organic
Origin: Canada
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place in a well sealed container.Disclaimer: This product has been packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and other potential allergens.
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Energy, Herbs, Mushrooms, Powders
Organic Cordyceps Mushroom (Cordyceps militaris) Powder
Botanical name: Cordyceps militarisCertified OrganicOrigin: USACommon Use: The most common method of consuming Cordycep mushroom is to make a tea. The tea can be prepared by simmering the mushroom in water for one hour or more, a crock pot works great. The pieces can also be reused, until they stop coloring the tea water with the dark brown color. The mild tasting tea can then be consumed on it’s own, or as a base for other teas, coffees and even soups. Cordyceps can also be tinctured in alcohol.Storage: Store in a cool, dark, dry place in a sealed bag or containerDisclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the CFIA or FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This product has been packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and other potential allergens.
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Detox, Herbs
Organic Alfalfa (Medicago sativa)
Certified Organic
Botanical Name: Medicago sativa
Origin: USA
Species: M. sativa
Family: Fabaceae
Subfamily: Faboideae
Order: Fabales
Kingdom: Plantae
Genus: Medicago
Qualities: Alfalfa leaf is highly nutritious. It is known to detoxify the urinary tract, purify the blood and liver, and has been shown to lower cholesterol levels. It is high in chlorophyll, proteins, vitamins, and minerals, especially calcium and iron. Alfalfa leaf has a strong alkalizing effect on the system, which is important in keeping the body free from harmful pathogens that thrive in acid conditions.
Common Use: Alfalfa leaf has a bitter, sweet, earthy taste. The dried leaf or powder can be used in teas, made into capsules, or infused as a herbal tincture.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place in an airtight container.
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the CFIA or FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This product has been packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and other potential allergens.SKU: n/a -
Herbs, Stress Relief
Organic St. John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum)
Botanical Name: Hypericum perforatum
Certified Organic
Origin: Albania / Bulgaria / Croatia
Production: St. John’s wort is a plant that grows naturally throughout North America, Africa, and Europe. It usually blooms on or near June 24th, the day celebrated as the birthdate of John the Baptist, hence its name.
Qualities: There is some scientific evidence to suggest that St. John’s wort may be an effective natural treatment for mild depression. It has been used in herbalism to treat depression, insomnia, anxiety, and to promote a balanced mood and stable emotions.
Common Use: The dried herb is used in tea blends or to make infusions, tinctures, and extracts. It is not generally used as a culinary herb. Infused in oil, it is said to ease muscular pain and soothe healing wounds.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place in a sealed container.
Safety: St. John’s wort may reduce the effectiveness of a number of medications, so consult your physician before using. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the CFIA or FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This product has been packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and other potential allergens.
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Herbs, Sleep
Organic Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris)
Botanical Name:Artemisia vulgaris
Certified Organic
Origin: United States
Production: Mugwort, also known as Common Wormwood, St. John’s Plant and various other names, is a European herb noted for its fuzzy leaves.
Qualities: Although mugwort is often encapsulated or used to prepare teas and tinctures, the herb is also compounded with other herbs and resins to produce ceremonial incense. John the Baptist, who lived in the wilderness of Judea, reputedly carried the herb for protection. Mugwort is also a traditional material for herbal sleep pillows. It is also said that placing dried mugwort under the pillow will promote lucid dreaming.
Common Use: Excellent in topical balms, ointments and creams when infused in carrier oil. Use to make throat lozenges and syrups. May also be prepared as tea. Use in herbal sachets and dream pillows. Although not particularly aromatic, mugwort is a traditional smudging herb that is burned as incense.
Storage: Store in a cool, dark, dry location in a sealed container.
Safety: We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the CFIA or FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This product has been packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and other potential allergens.
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Detox, Herbs
Organic Milk Thistle seed (Silybum marianum)
Botanical Name: Silybum marianum
Certified Organic
Origin: Croatia / Turkey / China / Austria
Production: Milk thistle has red/purple flowers and shiny green leaves. Seeds are harvested by removing flower heads in the late spring or early summer at the end of the growing season, drying, and then removing seeds.
Qualities: Milk thistle has been used for over 2000 years as a herbal treatment for a variety of ailments including kidney, liver, and gallbladder problems. Several scientific studies suggest that components in milk thistle (specifically the flavonoid silymarin) protect the liver from toxins.
Common Use: The seeds are most commonly used to make teas (see our Liver Tea Blend), tinctures, and infusions, but they can also be used as a food. They contain 25% protein and have a nutty flavor similar to flax seeds. They can be used raw or toasted in cereals, loaves of bread, smoothies, shakes, and salads.
Storage: Store in a cool, dark, dry location in a sealed container.
Safety: We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the CFIA or FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This product has been packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and other potential allergens.
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Herbs
Organic Hawthorn Leaf and Flower (Crataegus monogyna)
Botanical Name: Crataegus Monogyna
Certified Organic
Origin: Bulgaria
Qualities: Crataegusis a thorny shrub or tree with stems and trunks that consist of hard wood and gray bark, often having tri-lobed leaves and white flowers that are similar to other genera in the Rosaceae family and bearing bright red berries.
Common Use: You can enjoy hawthorn leaf & flower as a tincture and/or as a tea.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place in a well-sealed container.Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the CFIA or FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This product has been packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and other potential allergens.
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Herbs
Organic Grape Root (Mahonia aquifolium)
Botanical Name: Mahonia Aquifolium
Certified Organic
Origin: United States
Production: Oregon grape is a flowering shrub that occurs naturally in the mountainous regions of western North America. Because the herb shares a common chemical constituent with goldenseal called berberine, it is often used as an alternative to the latter. The root and root bark of the plant, which is responsibly wild harvested to ensure future generations, is a vibrant golden color and yields a yellow dye. Being too bitter to use in tea, Oregon grape root is typically tinctured.
Common Use: Decoct or tincture to make topical antiseptic skin care formulations. Decoct or tincture as a digestive aid.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place in a sealed container.
Safety: We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the CFIA or FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This product has been packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and other potential allergens.
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Herbs, Salt, Stress Relief
USP Epsom Salt
Chemical Name: heptahydrate sulfate mineral epsomite (MgSO4·7H2O), 9.8% Water soluble Magnesium (mg), 12.9% Sulfur (S)
Country of Origin: China / USA
Production: 99.5% USP Grade (conforms with current US Pharmacopoeia specifications. This means is it tested by the batch of impurities and in this way differs from Agriculture Grade, which is tested less frequently.)
Qualities: Epsom salts have been used as a calming, natural remedy for centuries. Epsom salt is not actually a salt, but a naturally occurring pure mineral compound of magnesium sulfate. It has an abundance of health benefits, as well as many cosmetics, gardening, and household uses.
Some of the benefits of Epsom salts include relaxing the nervous system, soothing inflammation, curing skin problems, easing strained muscles, healing cuts, soothing fibromyalgia pain, treating colds and congestion, and drawing toxins from the body. A common way to utilize the health benefits of Epsom salts is to dissolve the salts in a hot bath and soak for at least 12 minutes. Absorbed through the skin, replenishes magnesium in the body, which is drained by stress. The magnesium helps produce serotonin which elevated the mood and creates a feeling of calm. Magnesium also helps muscle and nerve functioning and helps prevent artery hardening. Sulfates help improve the absorption of nutrients, flush toxins, and ease migraine headaches.
Common Use: For an Epsom salt bath, add two cups of salts to a hot bath so that they dissolve, and soak in the bath for at least 12 minutes. For an even more relaxing, skin-softening, healing bath, try adding baking soda, peppermint, rose petals, chamomile, calendula, elderflower, lemon balm leaf, or other additions of your choosing.
Epsom salts make a lovely foot bath for sore or smelly feet and help to relieve symptoms of athlete’s foot. They can also be used to remove splinters by soaking the affected area to draw out the splinter.
To use topically to soothe cuts and skin soreness, mix a thick paste of Epsom salts and hot water and apply to the affected area. To exfoliate dead skin, mix with some olive oil or coconut oil and rub all over wet skin to exfoliate and soften.
As a household cleaner, Epsom salts can be made into a scrub when mixed with liquid dish detergent, and can also be used to remove build up in washing machines. They can be used to fertilize household plants and deter slugs in the garden.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark location in a well-sealed container.Disclaimer: this information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the FDA or CFIA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This product has been packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and other potential allergens.
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Herbs
Organic Damiana (Turnera diffusa)
Botanical Name: Turnera diffusa
Certified Organic
Country of Origin: Mexico
Production: Damiana is a small, aromatic, subtropical shrub that has serrated leaves and little bright yellow flowers. It is native to southern Texas and Latin America.
Qualities: The use of Damiana for medicinal purposes in Mexico and Central America dates back to the Aztec Empire. Traditionally it has been used as an aphrodisiac, relaxant, digestive stimulant, and for its positive, emotionally uplifting effect.
Common Use: Dried damiana can be brewed into a tea, encapsulated, made into a tincture, or used in herbal smoking blends.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place in an airtight container.
Safety: We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the CFIA or FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This product has been packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and other potential allergens.
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Herbs
Organic Comfrey Root (Symphytum officinale)
Botanical Name: Symphytum officinale
Certified Organic
Country of Origin: Croatia / Bulgaria / Poland
Production: Comfrey is a perennial herb with large, rough leaves and whitish pink bell-shaped flowers. The turnip-like root is black and deep growing.
Qualities: Comfrey root is said to have astringent, anti-inflammatory, demulcent and cell proliferating properties, and it has been traditionally used to heal wounds, cartilage, and bones. It has a high allantoin content which makes cells grow faster and promotes healing.
Common Use: Poultices can be made and applied topically on irritated skin, aching joints, burns, cuts, sprains, and to reduce swelling around fractures. Comfrey root can also be added to salves and lotions.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place in an airtight container.
Safety: Contemporary herbalists have a mixed view of whether or not comfrey should be taken internally. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the CFIA or FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This product has been packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and other potential allergens.
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Herbs, Powders
Organic Activated Charcoal
Origin: USA
Food grade, Neutral Ph
Production: made from virgin, wildcrafted coconut shell charcoal, this powerfully activated charcoal is processed to create an extra fine, light powder with zero grittiness. It is steam activated using water vapour at high temperature (up to 1000C), creating a powerfully adsorptive (adsorption – the ability to bind atoms/molecules to a surface) activated charcoal with a surface area of 1550 – 1600 m2/gm.Storage: Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the CFIA or FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This product has been packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and other potential allergens
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