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Cramp Bark 1:3
Cramp Bark 1:3
Traditionally used for menstrual cramps, due to its
smooth muscle relaxant action.
The bark has traditionally been used for cramps,
including menstrual cramps and cramping associated
with arthritis. While research is limited, a laboratory
study found that viopudial isolated from Viburnum
opulus (cramp bark) had antispasmodic effects on
smooth muscle.
Who might benefit from this supplement? Women
suffering from difficult periods, dysmenorrhea and
PMS; It may also be helpful to those with intestinal
cramps.
Phyto-Tech™ Cramp Bark 1:3 contains Cramp Bark
(Viburnum opulus), Grain Alcohol, Deionized Water.
Wild Harvested.
Dosage: General: 30-60 drops, 2-3 times per day or
as needed in juice or water; Acute Cramping: Take 60
drops to 1 teaspoon as needed.
1 fl oz - Prod Code: 57059
Cranberry 4:1
Cranberry 4:1
Cranberry is widely used to prevent urinary tract
infections.
Each 400 mg veggie cap contains the equivalent
of 1600 mg of raw Berry.
Cranberry is widely used to prevent urinary tract
infections, and has been used for this purpose for
many years. There is research that supports this,
although they may not be perfect. The key thing
to note, however, is that the evidence supporting
cranberry's ability to "prevent" UTI is much more
convincing that any evidence supporting its ability
to "treat" UTI's.
For treatment, it can be used as an adjunct to
other therapy, but it may not be wise to rely on it
as the main agent.
In the past, it was thought to work by acidifying
the urine, but now we know that there is a sub-
stance, a proanthocyanadin, the prevents the
adhesion of bacteria to the cells lining the urinary
tract.
There is another caution regarding cranberry
juice. Some women make the mistake of going
out an buying cranberry juice, rather than using a
cranberry extract. The problem with the juice is
that it has a high sugar content. Thus, the benefit
of using a supplement where the active con-
stituents of cranberry are concentrated, leaving
the sugar behind. PhytoTech Cranberry 4:1 is
ideal for this purpose.
Dose: One to two Capsules daily, or as directed.
Drink plenty of water.
Complementary Product: PhytoTech Urinary
Kidney Complex.
90 Veggie Caps ~ Product Code: 60121
Damiana 1:3
Damiana 1:3
Traditionally used as an aphrodisiac, for women,
especially in Cenrtral America, since ancient time
It may also exhibit mood elevating action.
Damiana is traditionally used as a general toni
for the nervous, endocrine, and reproductive sys
tems. In addition, specific historical uses include
coughs, gastrointestinal disorders, diuresis. It has
been used as an aphrodisiac in Africa and the
Americas.
1 fl oz - Prod Code: 57641
Dandelion Root 1:1.5
Dandelion Root 1:1.5
Dandelion Root has long been considered a liver
and galbladder tonic, and digestive stimulant.
Who might benefit from this herbal supplement?
Those with liver disease, upset stomach, loss of
appetite, heartburn; those in need of liver and gall-
bladder detoxification; those suffering from constipa-
tion.
Dandelion is commonly used as a food. The leaves
are used in salads and teas. The roots are sometime
used as a coffee substitute. The leaves and roots hav
been used traditionally to treat liver, gallbladder, kid-
ney and joint problems. Dandelion is categorized by
many herbalists as a blood purifier, or “alterastive.”
Phyto-Tech™ Dandelion Root 1:1.5 contains Fresh
Dandelion Root (Taraxacum officinale) 667 mg/ml,
Grain Alcohol, Pule Deionized Water. Certified
Organic.
Dosage: 30-60 drops 2-3 times per day or as need
in juice or water.
Also available in a veggie capsule, with each Phyto-
Tech Dandelion capsule containing 500 mg of certifi
Phyto-Tech™ Liquid Herbal
Supplements
Product Reference
Guide
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does it lead to any decreased alert-
ness in the morning.
Valerian is usually taken about an
hour before bedtime. It takes about
two to three weeks to work. It is
recommended that it shouldn’t be
used for more than three months at
a time, as studies at this time on its
efficacy or long term use are incon-
clusive.
It has been used for hundreds of
years and appears completely non-
toxic. It has been approved for
food use by the FDA, with no
known drug interactions at this
time. However, it like most of the
other herbal aids, does not work
for everyone.
5. Essential Oils
Most effective essential oils for
helping with sleep include laven-
der, clary sage, neroli and ylang-
ylang. They can be applied topical-
ly to various parts of the body or
used in an aromatherapy device or
procedure.
It is a very safe and pleasant
method to consider as a sleep aid.
The most common sedative
blend includes: chamomile,
juniper, lavender, marjoram, neroli,
rose and sandalwood.
New scientific evidence has sug-
gested that the aroma-therapeutic
benefits of lavender may include:
promoting relaxation, slowing the
activity of the nervous system, and
improving the quality of sleep in
people suffering from sleep disor-
ders. Allergic contact dermatitis has
been documented in some individ-
uals from using lavender oil topical-
ly.
6. Chamomile
This is perhaps the most gentle
and completely safe to use sleeping
aid. In fact it is so gentle that it
rarely works for people with serious
insomnia or even mild sleep prob-
lems.
It is easiest consumed as a tea,
however the tea should be of high
quality and purity for best effective-
ness. The low-cost chamomile teas
sold at local grocery stores will be
of little value to most.
There are no side-effects or any
kind of problems with using this
herb, unless you have an allergy to
its plant class.
7. Melatonin
Is the hormone that our body
makes to induce our natural sleep
state and hence some people have
started using this in its synthesized
form. In some ways this is most
natural to our body to induce and
stabilize sleep, but on the other
hand has the power to alter our
natural melatonin production if
body adapts to an artificial source
of it.
It is most commonly used in pill
form, liquid form or as a nasal mist,
which promises faster and more
efficient absorption. It would nor-
mally be taken about a half an
hour before you think you might
want to fall asleep.
8. Magnesium
Out of the hundreds of tasks that
magnesium performs in the body, it
is also a natural sedative. Thus,
deficiency of magnesium can result
in sleeping difficulties, constipation,
muscle tremors, cramps, anxiety,
irritability, and pain. It has also
helped people with restless leg syn-
drome.
Magnesium can be taken orally in
pill, liquid or powder form (mixed
with water) or topically as transder-
mal magnesium.
Foods rich in magnesium are
legumes and seeds, dark leafy
green vegetables, wheat bran,
almonds, cashews, blackstrap
molasses, brewer’s yeast, and
whole grains.
It is pretty much impossible to get
too much magnesium from one’s
diet, but overdosing on supplemen-
tal magnesium is possible, thus be
sure to check with your health care
provider before taking, as high
magnesium supplements can also
interact with some medications.
Conclusion
In conclusion, if you are suffering
from poor quality of sleep or have
trouble falling and staying asleep,
remember that any medication
whether natural or synthetic should
be your last resort.
Aside from being tied to an ill-
ness, the majority of our sleep
problems come from our lifestyles
and thought patterns. Hence it is
very advisable that if you are hav-
ing trouble sleeping for a prolonged
period of time, the first thing you
should do is go talk to a health care
provider to consider non-medicinal
options. Also read part 4 of our
Sleep Aware Series (if you have not
already done so), to see what other
culprits can be throwing off your
natural sleep cycle.
If you do decide to pursue a
treatment, start with a naturopath
as they will be most knowledgeable
on how to deal with your sleep
problems in the most natural way
possible.
About the author:
Evita Ochel, B.Sc., B.Ed., CHN -
is a certified holistic nutritionist,
biologist, educator, writer,
researcher and speaker in the areas
of health, science and holistic well-
ness. She is a nutritional science
expert and her teaching and writing
focus on natural, wholesome,
plant-based and organic nutrition
to achieve optimal health and
longevity. Learn more about Evita
Ochel or Follow Evita Ochel on
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Reprinted with permission from the
Nutritional Magnesium Association.
A 32-page guide to the benefits of
magnesium, along with magnesium
deficiency symptoms, written by Dr.
Carolyn Dean, MD, D is available as
a free download at the non-profit
www.nutritionalmagnesium.org.