{"product_id":"dried-oat-straw-powder-avena-sativa-special-order","title":"Oat Straw Powder (Avena Sativa) - Bulk","description":"\u003cp\u003eOat Straw Powder (Avena sativa) is a finely milled, fresh green herb made from carefully dried oat straw. Traditionally appreciated for its gentle, soothing character, this convenient powder fits easily into evening herbal teas, simple rinse off preparations and calm, everyday blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e♡ Why we love it: It brews into a soft, comforting herbal tea with a mild grassy flavour, and the fine texture blends smoothly into bedtime blends, bath soaks and infused oils for a relaxing end to the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSizes: 250g or 1kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUSES\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase herb for calming, caffeine free herbal tea blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIngredient for infused oils used in balms and body oils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGentle addition to bath soaks and foot soaks for a soothing feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse or compress component for brief, rinse off skin applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunctional bulking agent in powdered herb blends and DIY capsules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBENEFITS\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditionally used in herbalism as a gentle nervine and restorative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay help ease everyday stress and tension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan encourage relaxation and support restful sleep routines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommonly used for a calm mood during busy periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClaimed to assist with simple skin soothing in brief soak or compress use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHOW TO USE\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHerbal tea (powder): Use ½-1 tsp powder per 250 ml freshly boiled water, infuse 5-10 minutes, then strain through a fine mesh or muslin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTincture: 1:5 (herb:solvent) in 40-50% alcohol; macerate 2-4 weeks with occasional shaking, then strain and bottle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkin soak or compress: Prepare tea as above, cool fully, then use as a brief soak or apply with clean cotton; rinse skin afterwards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInfused oil: Combine 1 part powder with 5 parts carrier oil by weight, warm infuse 2-3 hours or macerate 2-4 weeks, then strain for use in balms and body oils\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSTORAGE\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore in a cool, dry place away from direct light and strong odours; reseal tightly after each use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eINGREDIENTS\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOat straw herb powder (Avena sativa)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCountry of Origin: Various origins (batch dependent).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFOR YOUR SAFETY\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhile this natural product may have wellness benefits, it is not medication and does not replace prescribed treatment or professional care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you have a medical condition or take medication, consult a registered medical practitioner before use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid during pregnancy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscontinue use if any adverse reaction occurs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep out of reach of children and pets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Natural Products - Bulk","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":42852633182376,"sku":"EN-20222680","price":239.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":42852633247912,"sku":"EN-20222681","price":879.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0081\/3111\/7152\/files\/ProductImageComingSoon.png?v=1776076873","url":"https:\/\/essentiallynatural.co.za\/products\/dried-oat-straw-powder-avena-sativa-special-order","provider":"Essentially Natural","version":"1.0","type":"link"}