Plantain

Plantain
US$28.00

Plantain Leaf Tincture harnesses the remarkable healing power of Plantain (Plantago major), a revered herb known as a panacea in many traditional cultures. Celebrated for its powerful antibacterial, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties, Plantain supports respiratory, digestive, and skin health, making it a versatile ally for overall wellness.

Key Properties and Uses:

  • Skin Healing & Wound Care: Plantain’s anti-inflammatory and antibiotic compounds soothe and heal wounds, reduce pain, and help draw out toxins. It is a key ingredient in our salves for cuts, poison ivy, and skin irritations.

  • Respiratory Support: Rich in mucilage, Plantain cools and soothes mucous membranes, loosens phlegm, eases congestion, and treats hoarseness.

  • Digestive Health: Its astringency helps relieve diarrhea, indigestion, heartburn, gastric ulcers, and bowel inflammation, while its mucilage soothes inflamed intestinal tissues.

  • Urinary & Female Health: Acts as a diuretic and antiseptic, easing urinary tract infections, cystitis, excess menstrual flow, and other female disorders involving discharge or inflammation.

  • Broad Healing Potential: Traditionally used for conditions including diabetes, gout, tuberculosis, jaundice, epilepsy, constipation, varicose veins, and eye infections.

Nutritional & Phytochemical Richness:

Plantain leaf contains vital minerals like potassium, calcium, magnesium, zinc, copper, sodium, phosphorus, and fiber, alongside vitamins A, C, and K. It also boasts powerful phytochemicals such as glycosides, phenols, allantoin, salicylic acid (nature’s aspirin), and tannins that provide antioxidant, pain-relieving, and immune-stimulating effects.

Benefits:

  • Soothes and heals skin wounds, cuts, and irritations

  • Supports respiratory health by loosening congestion and calming inflammation

  • Promotes digestive balance and relief from gastrointestinal distress

  • Aids urinary and female reproductive tract health

  • Provides natural pain relief and anti-inflammatory support

Cautions:

  • Not recommended during pregnancy due to uterine toning effects

  • May cause allergic reactions in individuals sensitive to melons

  • High vitamin K content may interfere with blood-thinning medications like Coumadin

Disclaimer: These products have not been evaluated by the FDA. The statements are for educational purposes only. This product is not intended to treat, cure, diagnose, or prevent any disease. Please consult your healthcare provider before using, especially if pregnant, nursing, or on medication.

Herbal Tinctures (extracts): 95% of herbs used are ORGANIC. The base is glycerine and a small percentage of alcohol, which extracts the medicinal properties and preserves the tincture. The alcohol per dose is no more than that found in 2 ripe bananas. Please research tincture use and consult health professionals as needed.