{"product_id":"goldenseal-leaf","title":"Goldenseal Leaf","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHydrastis canadensis\u003c\/em\u003e | Traditional Bitter · Cut \u0026amp; Sifted Leaf\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoldenseal Leaf — The Gentler Side of a Legendary Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong before goldenseal had a Latin name, Cherokee and Iroquois healers knew it by its brilliant yellow color, a dye so vivid that settlers called it \"yellow puccoon.\" By 1798, physician Benjamin Smith Barton was writing about the Cherokee's use of the plant, and a century later pharmacist John Uri Lloyd declared that few American medicines were more important. The root got most of the fame. The leaf is the quieter half of the story.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe science, in plain language:\u003c\/strong\u003e Goldenseal leaf carries the same golden alkaloids as the root, berberine and hydrastine, at gentler levels. It also holds flavonoids that live mostly in the leaf. In lab studies, those leaf flavonoids helped berberine work harder, and leaf extract outperformed root extract in that teamwork.* Human research has focused on safety: goldenseal changes how the liver processes many medications, so we recommend short, mindful use.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWHY GOLDENSEAL LEAF?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA true North American heritage plant, honored by the Cherokee, Iroquois, and Mi'kmaq*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay support healthy digestion as a classic traditional bitter*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay support a healthy appetite*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay support the body's natural defenses*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay support healthy mucous membranes*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains berberine and hydrastine in gentler amounts than the root*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich in leaf flavonoids that lab research shows team up with berberine*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilder, more approachable bitterness than goldenseal root*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrews quickly as a covered steep — no simmering needed*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall-batch packed in Emmaus, PA for short, intentional use*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHOW TO BREW\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd 1 tsp of leaf to 8–10 oz just-boiled water. Cover and steep 10–15 minutes. Strain and sip. Enjoy up to 2 cups daily for no more than 2 weeks, then take at least 2 weeks off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTradition tip: In Appalachian and Eclectic practice, goldenseal's bitterness was considered part of the medicine. Sip it slowly, and if you need to soften it, a spoonful of honey or a sprig of peppermint keeps the tradition and tames the bite.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINGREDIENTS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Goldenseal leaf (Hydrastis canadensis), cut \u0026amp; sifted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSUGGESTED USE:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 tsp steeped 10–15 minutes covered, up to 2 cups daily, 2 weeks on \/ 2 weeks off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or for infants and children. Goldenseal interacts with many medications, including diabetes medications, so check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take any prescription. Avoid with liver or kidney conditions or jaundice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Herbs, Oils and Things","offers":[{"title":"2oz","offer_id":46854933217327,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/5455\/6719\/files\/1000059757.jpg?v=1793745044","url":"https:\/\/herbsoilsandthings.com\/products\/goldenseal-leaf","provider":"Herbs, Oils and Things","version":"1.0","type":"link"}