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Chinese Skullcap

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Description

This herb is a member of the lamiaceae (mint) family and native to China. Its Pin yin name is Huang Qin and it is sometimes referred to as Baical Skullcap, or Scute. It is very bitter and has a cold energetic nature. In traditional Chinese Medicine this plant was used (almost always in combination with other plants or foods), to clear heat, dry damp, drain fire, and resolve toxins (it…

 

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Products Containing Chinese Skullcap

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    Daily Liver Formula*

    Daily support for a healthy liver*

    Proper liver function is essential to overall health. The liver is responsible for the synthesis, metabolism and catabolism (breakdown) of hormones and aids in the absorption of vitamins. It also efficiently eliminates environmental toxins. With daily use, Daily Liver Formula* delivers herbal antioxidant sources and supports healthy levels of inflammation to maintain a healthy liver.*

    Herbs:  Chinese Skullcap, Licorice, Milk Thistle Seed, Schisandra, Turmeric

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    Liver Cleanse Tea

    Support for liver health & assisting the detoxification process*

    Your liver is responsible for hundreds of tasks within the body.* Liver Cleanse tea, with a pleasant minty taste, supports the liver daily in two of its most prominent roles: natural detoxification and digestive support.* Dandelion and Artichoke are traditional purifying herbs, while Chinese Skullcap promotes a healthy inflammatory response and Schisandra provides antioxidant support.*

    Herbs:  Artichoke, Chinese Skullcap, Dandelion, Licorice, Peppermint Leaf, Rooibos, Schisandra

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