Solomons Seal Root Tincture

• Aids in restoration of damaged cartilage & connecting tissue

• Aids in easing general inflammation

• Aids healing of bruises, wounds and skin irritations

• Hastens recovery from bone injuries (broken, stressed) and associated connective tissues

• Encourages the production of synovial fluid to reduce grinding in joints

• Addresses and aids restoration of too tight or too loose tendons, ligaments, joints & attachments associated with repetitive stress, injury & inflammation

• Soothes upset stomach

• Encourages loosening of mucous in lungs

• Improves women’s reproductive health

I view Solomon’s Seal as the single most reliable, useful and foolproof remedy that I have ever come across (and I have needed it MANY times in my life!).

Below are numerous restorative uses of Solomon’s Seal, according to well-known categories recognized in medicine and herbalism, according to Matthew Wood (Master Herbalist).

Mild Sedative

Soothes nervousness, distress, excitement, or irritation. It can also ease pain or discomfort associated with joint, muscle and connective tissue injuries, bursae, menstrual cramps, bruises, etc.). Has a strengthening, tonic effect.

Vulnerary

For issues related to tissues, it addresses sprains, strains, inflamed tendons, ligaments, muscles, and joints.

Tonic

Restorative by stimulating, invigorating, strengthening, and toning the kidneys, heart, and sexual organs, and soothing the digestive system. Also very beneficial for the skin.

Anti-rheumatic

Eases pain, inflammation, and infection in the joints. Connective tissue or joint problems which are not due to excess immune response or disease, but rather to stiffness, coldness, injury, overuse, underuse, excess weight bearing, lack of proper feeding and waste removal in the connective tissue, etc.

Adaptogenic

Helps the body adapt to internal (injuries to bones, connective tissues, joints, etc.) and environmental stresses by strengthening the immune system. By feeding, nourishing, and cleansing irritated joints, bursae and synovial membranes, and damaged tissues, Solomon’s Seal, in small doses, may help the excessive immune reaction to normalize.

Diuretic & Mild Laxative

Gently increases the secretion, flow, and expulsion of urine. It promotes the formation of urine by the kidney and may aid in flushing the body of toxins and excess water, and breaking down fat.

Anti-inflammatory

The allantoin in Solomon’s Seal may help to reduce or counteract inflammations and infections associated with all types of injuries to the muscular-skeletal systems. It may act to produce cortisone in the body that stimulates the production and regulation of necessary synovial fluid in bursae and joints.

Expectorant

May promote the discharge of mucus and phlegm from the lungs and throat by means of spitting or coughing. May reduce irritation in such organs. Among its many effects (and uses in Chinese medicine) as a traditional yin tonic for the body’s mucous membranes, Solomon’s Seal is theorized to moisten and provide energy (chi or qi) to the lungs, improving breathing and oxygenation to the blood. Better lung function. leads to more abundant metabolic energy. Deficient lung qi is characterized by weakness, fatigue, shortness of breath and heart palpitations. Therefore, Solomon’s Seal may be helpful for dry coughs. Its immune stimulating and antibiotic effects may also aid in overcoming respiratory infections.

Cardiovascular Regulation

Solomon’s Seal is known to have a mild regulating effect on the heart muscle because it contains small, safe amounts of the substance convallarin, a cardio glycoside. Although this is a potent chemical constituent, it seems to be in insufficient quantity to be of concern or use. The National Institutes of Health is currently researching Solomon’s Seal’s effectiveness in regulating blood pressure.

**If you are pregnant, have low blood pressure, or are on heart medication, it is not recommended that you use Solomon’s Seal without consulting your doctor.

PRECAUTIONS OF USE

Solomon’s Seal is safe for most adults when taken for short time periods. As with many herbs and medications, it may cause some side effects such as diarrhea, stomach complaints, and nausea when taken for long time periods or in large doses.

The serving size suggested for taking the herb as a tincture has very minimal risk. However, it is sensible to create a protocol that does not create a dependency, such as 6 days of ingestion to 1 day off, or 10- 14 days ingestion and 2-3 days off.

• Pregnancy and breast-feeding: as with taking any drug or medication, consultation with a medical practitioner may be appropriate.

• Diabetes: Solomon’s Seal might decrease blood sugar levels. There is potential that it might interfere with blood sugar control. If you use Solomon’s seal and take diabetes medications, monitor your blood sugar closely. Again, medical consultation may be appropriate.

1oz $20, 2oz $35, 4oz $60