Description
Dried Senna Leaves are used to treat a variety of conditions, including headaches, fevers, and inflammation of joints and tissues. They can also be used to treat constipation. Sizes available are 500g and 1kg. Powder and tincture forms are available. Do not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Overdose can lead to stomach cramps and diarrhea. It can cause contact dermatitis.
Traditionally, tea made from Dried Senna Leaves has been used for a wide variety of inflammatory conditions, including headaches, fevers, and inflammation of joints and tissues.
As a tea, this powerful beverage supports colon health by stimulating regular bowel movements and aiding in toxin elimination. As with any potent plant, use Senna with respect and caution. Long-term use can lead to dependency or electrolyte imbalances.
Sizes: 200g, 500g, 1kg.
USES & BENEFITS
Used as a powerful cathartic in the treatment of constipation. (It stimulates the intestinal peristalsis, triggering bowel movement some 12 hours later.)
Anal-fissures
Anti-diarrheal
Anti-inflammatory
Cellular regeneration
Cleansing
Detoxifying
Hemorrhoids
Pre and post-operative cleansing
HOW TO USE
Steep the dried leaves (1tsp) or 3-6 pods in warm water for 10 15 min hot infusion
Steep in cold water for 6 8 hours cold infusion .
Powder (1/4tsp) as purgative
Tincture: take 2-4 ml of the tincture taken before bed
WARNINGS
Do not use for longer than 10 days. Always remember that constipation is the cause of something else and the this should be sought and dealt with.
Habitual use will cause lazy bowel syndrome.
Do not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Overdose can lead to painful stomach cramps and diarrhea.
It can be corrected with 1/4 amount of a stomachic herb like ginger or fennel seeds with the dose.
May cause contact dermatitis.
Can cause nausea, vomiting, and may lead to inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract.