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Medicinal Herbal Tinctures

In the world of Herbal Medicine Herbal Tinctures offer an effective fast-acting and convenient method of consuming herbal remedies. Herbal tinctures are highly concentrated forms of medicinal herbs made by extracting the active ingredients with a mixture of water and alcohol.  Liquid Herbs are potent and offer targeted treatment for a wide range of symptoms and conditions from anxiety, insomnia and stress to complex bacterial and viral infections, adrenal fatigue & exhaustion, hormonal imbalances, parasites, toxic accumulation and to restore depleted and weakened Nervous, Endocrine and Immune systems.

Herbal Tinctures represent Herbs in their most active and powerful form.

Herbal Tincture Range

Immune Warriors - Herbal Antibiotic
Cytostorm - Herbal Antiviral
Medicinal Magic Mushrooms - 5 Mushroom Blend
Jaguar Medicine - Stress & Anxiety
Spirit of the River - Exhaustion & Fatigue
Flow - Liver & Lymphatic Detox

Throat Spray - Sore/Painful Throats

 

(Before making your purchase please refer to our Apothecary /Contraindictations section to ensure Herb Safety & medication interactions)

Immune Warriors
Liquid Herbal Tincture

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Strengthens and tonifys the Immune System. Fast acting relief for acute conditions/Cold and Flu.

Core treatment for persistent low grade immunity due to long term infection or chronic illness. 

Effects of feeling restored and nourished are felt immediately, after 1 week symptoms of acute conditions disappear and chronic conditions are greatly improved. 

A natural alternative for treating drug-resistant bacteria.

The age of antibiotic resistant bacteria is upon us.  The amount of antibiotics being dumped into the environment and excreted by humans (overuse), has changed the bacterial communities on Earth. Bacteria have become super efficient at removing antibiotics from their cells, degrading & destroying antibiotics, altering their internal structures and sharing their knowledge of antibiotics with other bacteria.

Herbal medicines with their abundance of phytochemicals  have a unique role to play in the treatment of antibiotic resistant and bacterial infections. The synergistic actions of the many chemical constituents found in herbal extracts have the potential to modulate several resistance mechanisms at once.

The protocol for treating bacterial infections with herbal medicine is to strengthen the immune system,  determine whether the infection is  systemic or localised and use the appropriate premier herbs to specifically target the bacteria then add synergistic herbs that specifically facilitate the actions of the other herbals, either by enhancing the primary action or increasing delivery/absorption. 

Immune Warriors  Liquid antibiotics is a tried and true Systemic Herbal Antibiotic, which means the herbs are readily spread by the bloodstream throughout the body affecting every cell/organ. Its is recommended for any systemic gram positive or negative  infection including, All Staph Infections, E.coli, Pneumonia, Enterococcus, Salmonella, Mycobacterium tuberculosis, Candida, MRSA, SARS, Infulenza, Acne, Legionella, H.pylori, Listeria, Shigella.

It can also be used for localised infection.

Ingredients

Astragalus  - Astragalus membraneous

Burr Marigold - Bidens laevis 

Barberry - Berberis vulgaris

Japanese Knotweed - Polygonum cuspidatum

Turmeric - Curcuma longa

Licorice - Glycyrrhiza glabra

Homeopathic Strep - 7X

Dosage and Instructions

Internally -  Adult (over 12yrs)  - When treating an acute infection. Measure 10ml of the tincture and take 4-6 times a day depending on the severity of the infection. Do not exceed 60ml a day.

If its a severe infection 6 times a day is advised

If its a moderate or mild  infection  3 times a day is advised.

Babies and Children  - Child doses are worked out according to body weight.

1 drop of herbs for every .5 of a kilo of body weight x 3 daily

So a baby that is 7kilos  - it would be 14 drops of herbs in water or Ribena x 3 a day. Do not exceed dose.

A child of 30 kilos would be 60 drops of herbs in water or Ribena x 3 a day. Do not exceed dose. 

(Blackcurrant juice is the best for mixing) 

Topically - Using a dropper apply directly to the affected site 4-5 times daily.

Cytostorm
Liquid Herbal Antiviral

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Directly targets virus cells. Lessens the strength and duration of symptoms, controlling the effects of inflammation and cytokine rampage.

Cytostorm is a blend of broad spectrum antivirals, immune strengtheners, anti-inflammatories and synergistic herbs that directly invade and target virus cells, strengthen cells of the innate immune system, produce anti-inflammatory properties, modulate cytokine activity and act like first line defence against invading viral pathogens.

Immediate relief from symptoms of pain, inflammation and fatigue.

Treatment is recommended as ongoing for the duration of symptoms and reintroduced at signs of reocorrurance. 

CytoStorm can be employed to treat both DNA and RNA viruses including Influenza A,B,C. Herpes simplex 1 & 2, varicella zoster, cytomegalovirus, Epstein-Barr, HSV6,7,8, Respiratory Viruses, Sars, Covid. HIV and others. 

I named this tincture after the potentially fatal Cytokine Storm that can happen when in response to a virus the body produces and releases an excessive amount of signalling proteins (cytokines) into the blood. This creates a destructive feedback loop that causes high fever, extreme inflammation, and multiple organ failure.

Treating viruses with herbs offers many benefits and successes by utilising complex plant compounds to block viral replication, stimulate immune defences, and lower tissue inflammation. Viruses are highly sophisticated, intelligent, adaptable and very good at surviving, they mutate quickly and turn our own immune system against us. Treating them requires a multifaceted approach that includes direct systemic and localised antivirals that inhibit penetration of host cells and replication, herbs to block production and release of cytokines, block viral attachment, disrupt viral signalling pathways and strengthen and normalise immune responses.

Ingredients

Baikal Skullcap - Scutellaria baicalensis

Cordyceps - Cordyceps militaris

Japanese Knotweed - Polygonum cuspidatum

Istatis - Isatis tinctoria

Turmeric - Curcuma longa

Gelsemium Homeopathic

Ginger - Zingiber officinale

Licorice - Glycyrrhiza glabra

Dosage and Instructions

Take 10ml of the Liquid tincture 3-5 times daily.

As prevention 10ml a day in the morning 1/2hr after food

As treatment for a viral infection 10ml 3-5 times daily. 

Do not exceed 60ml a day

Medicinal Magic Mushrooms

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Restores and nourishes depleted Nervous, Endocrine and Immune systems. The effects of taking Medicinal Mushrooms are both fast acting and cumulative. Instantly feel energised, invigorated, nourished, clear and grounded.

Long term daily consumption of Mushrooms rejuvenate, repair, strengthen and optimise function of all cells, organs, blood, bones and Qi.

Mushrooms are incredibly rich in unmatched medicinal properties that nourish, protect and support our mind, bodies and soul like only Mushrooms can. 

Medicinal Magic Mushroom Mix is a true adaptogenic tonic, for a depleted or stressed system, it functions as an antibacterial/antiviral/immune supporter and strengthener, nervous system regulator, memory enhancer, blood sugar stabiliser, heart normaliser, all round general tonic and restorative.

It can be used safely by children and the elderly as it contains no alcohol.

It is recommended for chronic conditions and as a general tonic for well being.

You can also take it to feel grounded, earthed and replenish depleted nutrition. 

Recommended for vegetarians and vegans and others with dietary exclusions or for those lacking nutrition. 

Alcohol Free, Glycerol Free

Ingredients

Cordyceps - Cordyceps sinesis

Maitake - Grifola frondosa

Ganoderma - Ganoderma Lucidium

Shitake - Lentinula edodes

Turkey Tail - Coriolus versicolor

Dosage and Instructions

For maintenance  take 5ml daily

For Acute conditions  take 10ml 3-5 times daily untill symptoms pass

For Chronic conditions take 10ml 3 x daily  - may be continued at this dose for up to 3 months.

Jaguar Medicine
for Anxiety & Stress

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Jaguar medicine is the convergence of Herbs with the animal spirit keeper totem of the West - JAGUAR and the wyld untamed Genus loci Antartica, creating an elixir of courage, brave and unbound potential. A fast acting adaptogenic nervous system relaxant, calmative, restorative and gastrointestinal tonic it rebalances the bodies vital essence and Qi.

For acute and severe anxiety, chronic stress, depression, emotional burnout, panic attacks, sleep disruptions, restlessness, over stimulation and physical and emotional exhaustion. 

Jaguar medicine is a synergy of herbs that directly targets neurotransmitters in the brain involved in regulating mood and governing emotional responses. It stabilizes the hypothalamic/pituitary axis promoting relaxation and a sense of calm and groundedness, whilst also repairing the microbiome-gut-brain-axis, improving and restoring gut health and the microbiome - which is now understood to be the production centre and reservoir for these critical neurotransmitter. 

Jaguars rely on their gut instinct to survive and so do we. When the brain perceives stress it sets off a biological chain reaction that fundamentally alters the digestive environment. Excessive worry and fear is stored in the stomach destroying our microbiome, sending signals causing digestive shut down as the body diverts blood away from the gut to handle the perceived emergency. In turn our gut instinct goes offline and we are unable to connect to our inner council of truth and direction. 

The human Nervous system is the most complex transmitting and receiving structure to exist in the universe, we are beings of extreme sensitivity and perceptiveness, constantly interacting with every single thing internally and externally across many different bandwidths and then expressing that information in our bodies and lives. Treating nervous system disorders requires first - ensuring the health and integrity of the gut/brain microbiome, correcting the dysfunction of our intestinal linings and an honest assessment and discernment of how we live, consciously and unconsciously.  What we eat, drink, put on our skin, the environments we habituate to, the people we spend time with, our work, every decision is feeding into and informing our Nervous System. Choose wisely.

Jaguar Medicine embodies the essence of a Jaguar - guardian on your journey through the inner worlds and shadowlands, a sacred being who watches over you in your darkest hours of confusion, lost, madness and fear as you face all, see all. Protector of your space as you transcend, gatekeeper between the words, ally in the mystery as you courageously reclaim your power and intuition. 

May the winds that howl through my frozen tundra bring clarity and resilience to your heart, step by step you remember who you truly are, and when you cannot see, when the blizzard returns and you are cold and lost I am the one who will lead you to the fire in your belly that lights the way - love Antartica.

Ingredients

Skullcap - Scutellaria lateriflora

St. Johns Wort - Hypericum perforatum

Ashwagandah - Withania somnifera

Lemon Balm -  Melissa officinalis

Turmeric - Curcuma longa

Oats - Avena sativa

Licorice - Glycyrrhiza glabra

Antarctica Essence by Australian Bush Flower Essences

Instructions & Dosage

10ml x 3 a day after food

Do not exceed 60ml in 1 day.

The evening dose can be taken 1/2hr before bed.

May be used in combination with Wandering Spirit Tincture for Insomnia. 

Spirit of the River
For Exhaustion and Fatigue

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Spirit of the River is a tincture for exhaustion, fatigue and burnout. When taken daily it improves energy and stamina, reduces weakness, restores the quality and vitality of Qi and blood, supports adrenals, regulates the Hypothalamic/Pituitary axis (balancing cortisol influencing serotonin, dopamine and norepinephrine) which is key to regulating mood/focus and increasing performance under stress.

A natural antidepressant it supports metabolic function, relieves the heavy burden that is exhaustion, is a core treatment for restoring the deep reserves and a part of the essential protocol for the treatment of Chronic Fatigue and complete adrenal exhaustion. 

The herbs who are a part of Spirit of the River are true adaptogens, nervous system tonics, regeneratives/restoratives and gift their own vital force to us - in particular Panax Ginseng.

The formula works instantly, this is the gift again of Panax Ginseng. You feel lighter and less encumbered by the weight of exhaustion and fatigue, a sense of hope quietly rises from within, after a few days tiredness decreases you find you have more energy and willingness to engage with life. 

Spirit of the River is another divine merger of Herb Spirits and Elementals. Burnout, extreme fatigue and exhaustion is a sign that is saying  "PAY ATTENTION! WRONG WAY GO ANOTHER! STOP SWIMMING UPSTREAM". You simply don't have the energy to hold on or continue trying to swim(live your life) in a direction that is not for you, let go, trust the River and surrender to the deep currents that are trying to take you where Spirit wants you to be.  The medicine in the poison is always the gift.

Exhaustion- "to drain completely" or "to draw out until nothing remains". Fatigue -"to weary" or "to tire out". Thought to originate from the older pre-Latin word fati-agos, literally translating to "driving to the point of breakdown".

If you have found your weary way to the River;

River comes with a formidable gift asking you now to stop swimming against and avoiding the current, get out of the spinning whirlpools and repetitive loops that are smashing you up against the hidden rocks, syphoning your life force energy just trying to stay afloat. Launch yourself out into the deepest part of the cosmic waters of life and TRUST, Let go! allowing the divine crystalline waters to carry you downstream and onwards. The medicine is in trusting that Spirit of the River is taking you where you need to be. Embracing this flow allows your true life to unfold and your energy to return, where Spirit wants you is where you will be divinely supported. 


Spirit of the River is a really special tincture for me, having been at the shores of this river myself, exhausted and depleted trying to hold onto a life I needed to leave, energy leaking towards people, habits, behaviours, mind chatter, distractions, drowning yet fighting the currant of where Spirit waters were wanting to take me, I turned to my herbs exhausted, desperately needing help in my body while I gathered the brave to dive in. 

These Los Doctors herb spirits in the deep flow of River have what it takes to restore a body as long as you are willing to recognise be fearless and release yourself from the binds that are holding you in a place that you are clearly being told isn't working for you. 

Ingredients

Korean Ginseng - Panax notoginseng

Rhodiola  Rosea

Ashwangandha - Withania somnifera

Siberian Ginseng - Eleutherococcus senticosus

Cordyceps - Cordyceps sinesis

Licorice - Glycyrrhiza glabra

Dynamis Essence by Australian Bush Flower Essences

Instructions & Dosage

For Diagnosed Adrenal Exhaustion

Day 1-3, - 5ml x 5  times a day. Last dose before 5pm

The idea is to slowly introduce the herbs and not overstimulate

Day 3, if you are not feeling overstimulated increase dosage to 10 ml x3 day with the last dose being before 5pm

Continue on this dose.

If you are feeling too stimulated decrease dose to 5ml x 2-3times a day

Continue on this dose 

For General Exhaustion and Fatigue (not clinically diagnosed you just know you are and feel that way)

Day 1-3, 10ml x 2 day with he last dose before 5pm

Day 3, 10ml x 3 day with the last dose before 5pm

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Cautions

Do not use this remedy if you have High Blood pressure or you are on Blood Pressure lowering Medication.

Avoid in Pregnancy

If you plan to use this remedy with someone under 60kg or a child under 12yrs please get in touch for advice on dosage. 

Do not mix this remedy with alcohol.

Do not use this remedy for a least 3 hrs before you plan to go to sleep. 

 

Flow
Liver & Lymphatic Detox

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Flow represents effortless and natural movement, like the tide and rivers that rise up from the earth then flow to the sea. 

Blood flows around our bodies just like the waters flow across the earth, and the incredible organ that makes this possible every moment of our lives is our Liver.

Everything we do, say, eat, drink and think passes through the ethers, skin digestive tract and into the realm of the Liver, love your Liver, it is keeping you alive.

So when you decide to take herbs to do a Liver detox you are not only physically cleaning and supporting the organ in charge of ensuring the smooth flow of Qi throughout the entire body, the organ responsible for the quality of your blood and nourishment of all other organs and tissues, you are choosing to allow health and vitality and flow to return to all areas of your life.

The quality of Liver health and in particular liver- blood, determines our capacity to manage stress, recover from illness and the overall strength and resilience of our Immune system. The liver houses the ethereal soul, and performs an important role in our mental and spiritual life by providing the mind with inspiration, creativity, purpose and a sense of direction in life.

When liver Qi is stagnant our whole body is not flowing properly, our overall vitality is weakened, we are more prone to illness, lethargy, constant and reoccurring infections and never feeling fully recovered or vibrant. 

FLOW  Liver &  Lymphatic Detox is specifically designed to detox the liver and the lymphatics simultaneously thereby returning our system to a state of healthy and vibrancy.

As the liver begins to throw off toxins into the bloodstream it is essential that the lymphatics are activated to assist with removing the toxins from the tissues and blood.

The combination of lymphatics Cleaves, Red Clover and Burdock alongside  Liver herbs of Dandelion, St Mary's Thistle, Devils Claw, Globe Artichoke and Turmeric make this a potent blend of all the Herbs you need  to thoroughly detoxify and cleanse Liver cells and blood of fats and  toxic accumulation.

When you detox your Liver the whole body benefits.  The herbs in FLOW work to regenerate, repair and revitalise Liver cells optimising structure and function.

Actions & Indications - Detoxifier, depurative, anti-inflammatory, lymphatic, stimulates bile flow, dissolves fat cells, normaliser of digestive system function.

Indicated for use as a Liver & Lymphatic Detox to assist with symptoms of fatty Liver, blocked bile ducts, digestive related disorders, gas, bloating, irritable bowel, irregular & changeable bowel movements, weight management, chronic & recurring illness, weakened & lowered immunity, menopause.

Ingredients

St Marys Thistle - Silybum marianum

Dandelion  - Taraxacum officinale

Burdock - Arctium lappa

Cleavers - Galium aparine

Red Clover - Trifolium pratense

Devils claw - Harpagophytum procumbens

Artichoke Globe - Cynara scolymus

Turmeric  - Curcuma longa

Instructions & Dosage

10ml of Tincture x3 a day

Morning - First dose after breakfast

Second dose after lunch or around 12pm

Last dose 20minutes before bed.

Herbal Throat Spray
For Sore/Swollen/Painful Throats

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 For Acute and Chronic conditions of a sore, painful and swollen throat.

Tonsillitis, Bronchitis, Laryngitis, Strep Throat, FIRE throat from too much oily and fatty foods.

Antibacterial, soothing & pain relief Herbal Throat Spray for the treatment of painful, sore and inflamed  throats.

A combination of pain relieving, anti-inflammatory, soothing and protecting antimicrobials and antibacterials for a fast acting relief of sore throats.

 Convenient, travel friendly Rescue and  first aid remedy. 

Soothes, Calms, Protects, flights bacterial infection locally in the throat.

Safe for children over the age of 18 months.

Follow dosage instructions. 

Ingredients

Marshmallow - Althaea officinalis

Sage - Salvia officinalis

Calendula - Calendula officinalis

Echinacea - Echinacea angustifolia 

Myrrh - Commiphora myrrha 

Clove Bud Oil - Syzygium aromaticum 

Instructions & Dosage

Adults

Spray 4 times onto the back of the throat every 1-2 hrs

Children 5-12yrs

Spray 2 times onto the back of the throat every

1-2hrs

Children 18 months-5 years

Spray 1 time onto the back of the throat every 1-2hrs

DO NOT USE on children under 18 months

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