Boneset

• Common Name (AKA): Boneset, Common Boneset, Thoroughwort, Common Thoroughwort, Agueweed, SweatingPplant, Feverwort

• Main Health Benefits:

  • Fever Reduction: Helps reduce fever and alleviate flu symptoms. Diaphoretic.

  • Digestive Health: Supports digestive function and alleviates symptoms like nausea.

  • Immune Health: Acute immune stimulant.

  • Anti-inflammatory Effects: May reduce inflammation and support overall health.

• Energetics:

  • Taste: Astringent, Bitter, slightly earthy

  • Temperature: Cooling,Drying

  • Effect on the Body: Stimulating, detoxifying

• Blends Well With:

  • Herbs: Echinacea, elderflower, and ginger

  • Fruits: Lemon and honey (for a soothing blend)

  • Teas: Peppermint or chamomile (to complement its bitter flavor)

• How to Prepare:

  • Tea: 1-2 teaspoons of dried herb per cup of boiling water, steeped for 10-15 minutes, up to 2 times a day. Or add supporting herbs to create your own tea or tisane.

• Known Precautions/Contraindications:

  • Pregnancy: Avoid during pregnancy due to potential uterine stimulation.

  • Liver Health: Long-term use can affect liver function; use with caution.

  • Other: Consumption of large quantities can cause stomach upset. Should only be used in acute situations for short term (a week or less).

• Additional Information: Boneset has a long history in traditional herbal medicine, particularly among Native American tribes. It was commonly used to treat fevers and flu-like symptoms and was believed to help with musculoskeletal pain, hence the name "boneset." It has also been used to support the body's natural detoxification processes.

• Origin: USA

Available in 1 ounce or 2 ounce quantities.

(*Organic)

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