Sarsaparilla Root

• Common Names (AKA): Sarsaparilla Root
• Main Health Benefits:
  • Detoxification: Supports the body’s natural detoxification processes.
  • Skin Health: May help with skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema.
  • Anti-inflammatory: Helps reduce inflammation and may alleviate joint pain.
• Energetics:
  • Taste: Bitter, slightly sweet
  • Temperature: Neutral to warming
  • Effect on the Body: Detoxifying, anti-inflammatory
• Blends Well With:
  • Herbs: Licorice root, ginger, sassafras root, vanilla
  • Fruits: Citrus
  • Teas: Rooibos
• How to Prepare:
  • Tea: 1-2 teaspoons of dried root per cup of boiling water, steeped for 10-15 minutes, up to 2 times a day. Or blend with other supporting herbs and teas.
• Known Precautions/Contraindications:
  • Pregnancy: Should be used with caution during pregnancy; consult a healthcare provider.
  • Kidney Disease: Not recommended for individuals with kidney disease.
• Additional Information: It has been used historically for its medicinal properties, including supporting joint health and as a traditional tonic. It is known for its use in root beer and as a flavoring agent, symbolizing vitality and wellness.
• Origin: Jamaica

Available in 1 ounce or 2 ounce quantities.

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