Cascara bark | Rhamnus purshiana | Organic
$8.00 – $30.00
Cascara bark is a traditional laxative. It is genreally considered more gentle than Senna leaf, however is still a mild stimulating laxative. It has a bitter taste.
This means it speeds the transit time of the bowel, by stimulating the nerve endings lining the bowel. Cascara is a traditional and well used herb. Its use is safe but it is recommended for shot term usage and is best as a treatment for consipation when used alongisde a bulking laxative such as Psyllium hulls.
Cascara is best used with other herbs that may reduce the griping that can sometmes be associated with its use.
All of our teas are organic or wild harvested from natural surroundings. Enjoy!
Additional information
| Ingredients | Dried Cascara bark |
|---|---|
| Constituents | Hydroxy-anthracene glycosides – cascarosides A, B, C, D, Tannins, Volatile oil – rhamnol |
| Indications | Laxative |
| Contraindications | This herb has GRAS rating {Generally Recognised as Safe}. However do not use if pregnant unless under medical supervision. Cascara should not be used long term. Using Cascara may decrease the absorption of some medications – please check with your health professional. |
| Instructions | Steep for 10-20 minutes in a pot. Drink at night for 3 days in a row to clear the bowel. Do not use for longer than 10 days in a row – the bowel can become used to the effects of Cascara and normal peristalsis (movement of the bowel) can become lazy. |
| Size | 20 grams, 50 grams, 100 grams |
