Name: Barberry Root Organic
Latin Name: Berberis vulgaris Other Names: Sowberry, Pepperidge
Family: Berberidaceae (Barberry Family). Actions: Cholagogue, alterative, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, purgative, tonic, febrifuge
Energetics: Cooling, bitter, and sour
Description: Barberry has been used for thousands of years in Ayurvedic medicine and more recently revered for its Vitamin C and berberine content. Berberine has been heavily studied for its benefits on the cardiovascular system, blood sugar regulation and its use as an anti-bacterial.*
Precautions: Not recommended for extended use by those that suffer from anemia or hypothyroidism.
Note: We offer different sizes of this item (.05oz-1lb) at our retail location. Please contact us if you would like a custom amount.
*The information contained in this description is purely for historical or entertainment value and is not designed to treat, diagnose or cure any diseases. If you have any current medical conditions, please seek the advice of a medical practitioner. The individual herbs offered here have not been tested for efficacy with regard to the contents of vitamins, minerals or other constituents.
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