Mistletoe Tincture

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Although anticipation of a kiss under the mistletoe might increase your heart rate, taking it internally might calm the nerves. Mistletoe… more than just a Christmas decoration.

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Description :

The familiar, white-berried token of the winter holiday season, mistletoe, is a parasitic plant that grows on the branches of several species of trees including Oak and Maple. The specific variety of Mistletoe we are using is the European variety, Viscum album. Mistletoe burrows its roots into the inner wood of trees and feeds from their sap. Thus, it will attach to younger branches whos bark is easier to penetrate. As the host grows, so does the Mistletoe. A heavy infestation with mistletoe can kill branches of the host plant or even the entire host. Misletoe has waxy, oval shaped leaves, white-pink flowers and white berries. Mistletoe teas are used in veterinary practices to induce labor. Mistletoe is very strong so serving size should be kept low.

History and Folklore:

Mistletoe seems to have been in use medicinally as far back as Roman times. Historical uses of mistletoe focused on its effects on the nervous system. Early Europeans used to use Mistletoe as a treatment for low blood pressure.

Cultivation and Harvest:

Since Mistletoe is parasitic, it often grows high up in the branches of host trees. Some people blast it down with a shotgun. Most is harvested by a tree climber who carefully cuts it down, avoiding unnecessary damage to the host tree.

Precautions:

Avoid during pregnancy or in people with diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, or autoimmune diseases.

Traditional Herbal Actions:

Alterative, Hypotensive, Nervine

Other Names:

True Mistletoe, All-Heal, Heal-All, Holy Wood, Golden Bough, Druid’s Weed, Wood of the Holy Cross, Devil’s Fugue, Birdlime, Lignum Sanctae Crucis, Omnia Sanantem.

Related Species:

Phoradendron californicum, P. juniperinum, P. villosum

Ingredients: Mistletoe (Viscum album)

None of these items or statements are approved by FDA. Consult your physician before taking any supplement. Do not take herbs or tinctures during pregnancy without consulting your healthcare provider. This product is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease. All information here is for entertainment and educational purposes only.

*This statement has not been verified by the FDA and is only referenced here as a fun fact and/or for historical commentary, is not to be used as medical advice in any way. Consult your doctor before ingesting any herbal product.

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How to Take Herbs - Product Forms and Suggested Servings

Product Forms

Most HomeGrown Herbalist products are sold in three forms: powders, tinctures and capsules. People often ask which form is best. The truth is, it matters very little how we get herbs into our body but there are some advantages to each form.

Powders: Powders are the least expensive form. Powders can be made into teas or tinctures or you can just put the powder into a little juice or water and drink it.

Tinctures: Tinctures are alcohol extracts of herbs. They act a little more quickly in the body and are very portable. Tinctures can be taken alone or mixed with a little juice or water.

Capsules: Capsules are my least favorite form personally. I believe that many herbs are more effective if capsules aren't used. Click here to read a blog article on Capsules

Any of the above forms can be mixed with your morning smoothie or with yogurt, apple sauce etc... Tinctures mix really well with these products: Barleans Seriously Delicious Omega-3 Fish Oil. This is a great way to get tinctures into those who are sensitive to yucky herb flavors.

Recommended Servings for Humans

For chronic or maintenance issues, twice daily is usually sufficient. For acute situations, dosing can be done more frequently.

Herbs and Adults

Powders for Adults: 1-2 rounded teaspoons 2-3 times daily.
Tinctures for Adults: 1/4 to 1 teaspoon 2-3 times daily.
Capsules for Adults: 4 capsules 2-3 times daily.

Herbs and Children

Don't use herbs in children without consulting a physician. When I do use herbs for children, I dose them based on weight compared to an adult...1/2 an adult...1/3 of an adult etc...

Herbs and Pets

All of our formulas were created so that they could be used in either humans or in dogs, cats and livestock. Most dogs will eat herbs willingly if the powdered form is mixed with a little wet food. Tinctures can also be used. Cats are often very resistant to taking herbs willingly. For chronic or maintenance issues, twice daily is usually sufficient. For acute situations, dosing can be done more frequently.

Powders for Pets

Under 10 Pounds: 1/8 teaspoon twice daily
10-20 Pounds: 1/4 teaspoon twice daily
20-40 Pounds: 1/2 teaspoon twice daily
40-60 Pounds: 3/4 teaspoon twice daily
Over 60 Pounds: 1 rounded teaspoon twice daily

Tinctures for Pets:

Under 10 Pounds: 3 drops twice daily
10-20 Pounds: 5 drops twice daily
20-40 Pounds: 10 drops twice daily
40-60 Pounds: 20 drops twice daily
Over 60 Pounds: 30 drops twice daily

Capsules for Pets:

Under 10 Pounds: 1/4 capsule twice daily
10-20 Pounds: 1/2-4 capsule twice daily
20-40 Pounds: 1 capsule twice daily
40-60 Pounds: 2 capsules twice daily
Over 60 Pounds: 3 capsules twice daily

Dosing for Livestock:

Powders for Livestock:

Smaller animals: dose by weight as if they were pets
100-200 Pounds: 1 rounded tsp 2-4 times daily
200-400 Pounds: 2 rounded tsp 2-4 times daily
Adult Horses and Cattle: 1-2 tablespoons 2-4 times daily

Tinctures for Livestock:

Smaller animals: dose by weight as if they were pets
100-200 Pounds: 1 tsp 2-4 times daily
200-400 Pounds: 2 tsp 2-4 times daily
Adult Horses and Cattle: 5 cc 2-4 times daily

1 review for Mistletoe Tincture

Rated 5 out of 5

Cameron – June 20, 2019

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