Dried Sarsaparilla Root (Smilax species)

R 195.00

Sizes: 75g, 500g, 1kg.

Dried Sarsaparilla Root (Smilax species) may be used as supportive therapy for chronic rheumatism, gout and rheumatoid arthritis. It is said to be useful for proper functioning of the body as a whole.

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This product is grown in an organic and regenerative fashion with as minimal use of insecticides, pesticides, herbicides and fungicides as possible, in certified organic fertilizer. The product is certified food grade. It is not certified organic. Suitable for Kosher, Halaal and Hindi diets.

USES & BENEFITS
- May be used as supportive therapy for chronic rheumatism, gout and rheumatoid arthritis
- Use for proper functioning of the body as a whole
- May assist in relieving flatulence
- May help purify the blood as well as urino-genital tract, thus assisting in the treatment of infections and inflammation
- Useful in the treatment of scaling skin conditions such as psoriasis, scrofula and ringworm
HOW TO USE
- Decoction: Take 2-3 teaspoons of root with 1 cup of water. Bring to the boil and simmer for 10-15 min. Strain and drink 3 times a day.
- Tincture: Take 1-2 ml 3 times a day.
CONTAINS
- Saponins, based on the aglycones sarsapogenin and smilagenin, stigmasterol, glycosides.
PROPERTIES
- Alterative
- Antirheumatic
- Diaphoretic
- Diuretic
WARNINGS
- May increase absorption of digitalis glycosides
Please note: product images are for illustrative purposes and may differ slightly from the actual product.
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