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SkullCap Leaf 100% Organic Herb
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100% Vegan
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No Harmful Heavy Metals
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Skullcap can refer to 2 herbs: American skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora) and Chinese skullcap (Scutellaria baicalensis). Both forms of skullcap are used to treat different conditions and are not interchangeable.
American skullcap is native to North America, though it is currently widely grown in Europe and different regions of the world. It has been used for more than 200 years as a mild relaxant and as a medicine for stress, nervous anxiety, and convulsions. research shows that the American skullcap has effective antioxidant results and may help protect against neurological disorders, such as Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, anxiety, and depression.
There’s even some proof to indicate that the American skullcap may inhibit food allergic reactions. Today, different herbs (such as valerian) are more generally used, although the American skullcap may be mixed with other calming herbs in some practices.
Animal researches indicate that the skullcap may help relieve symptoms of diabetes and hypertension (high blood pressure),
Plant Description
American skullcap derives its name from the caplike appearance of the outer whorl of its small blue or purple flowers. It is a slender, heavily-branched plant that grows to a height of 2 to 4 feet and blooms each July. It grows wild in woods and meadows.
Chinese skullcap is related to and resembles the American skullcap, but it is a different plant. Its single stems bear a profusion of blue or purple flowers.
Parts Used
American skullcap
The leaves are used for medicinal purposes. These are harvested in June from a 3- to 4-year-old skullcap plant.
Available Forms
American skullcap is available as a powder or leaf.
How to Take It
Children’s
American skullcap is not recommended for children.
Adult
Skullcap is available as an encapsulated dried herb, tea, and tincture. Speak to your doctor to discover the right form and dose for your needs.
Skullcap leaf is often combined with other herbs in a preparation; follow dosing recommendations on the label.
Safety & Precautions
The use of herbs is a time-honored strategy to strengthen the body and treat illness. Regardless, herbs can trigger side effects and can interact with other herbs, supplements, or medications. For these reasons, you should take herbs with care, under the supervision of a health care provider.
“All herbs and spices are organically sourced and come from the land of their origin, Quiet Qrew Herbal distributes and shares globally to you.”
Expiration: All tonics, loose teas, herbal leaves, and powders should be refrigerated after the seal is broken for the longest potency and freshness of herbs. Herbal compounds such as tinctures and capsules don’t need to be refrigerated and should be stored in a cool, dark place out of direct light.
These methods will guarantee the longest potency and freshness. All herbal compounds will have an expiration date on item packages effective immediately. If Stored correctly these herbal compounds will last far longer than the recommended expiration date.
Supporting Research
Awad R, Arnason JT, Trudeau V, et al. Phytochemical and biological analysis of skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora L.): a medicinal plant with anxiolytic properties. Phytomedicine. 2003;10:640-649.
Cauffield JS, Forbes HJ. Dietary supplements are used in the treatment of depression, anxiety, and sleep disorders. Lippincotts Prim Care Pract. 1999;3:290-304.
Darzynkiewicz Z, Traganos F, Wu JM, Chen S. Chinese herbal mixture PC-SPES in treatment of prostate cancer (Review). Int J Oncol. 2000;17:729-736.
Enomoto R, Suzuki C, Koshiba C, et al. Wogonin prevents immunosuppressive action but not anti-inflammatory effect induced by glucocorticoid. Ann NY Acad Sci. 2007;1095:412-417.
Fisher C. Nettles – an aid to the treatment of allergic rhinitis. European Journal of Herbal Medicine. 1997;3:34-35.
Foster S, Tyler VE. Tyler’s Honest Herbal. New York, NY: The Haworth Herbal Press; 1999:349-351.
Gao Z, Huang K, Xu H. Protective effects of flavonoids in the roots of Scutellaria baicalensis Georgi against hydrogen peroxide-induced oxidative stress in HS-SY5Y cells. Pharmacol Res. 2001;43:173-178.
| Weight | 2 oz |
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| Dimensions | 7 × 6 × 2 in |
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