Claridges Botanicals Organic Essiac Tea Blend (also spelled Esiak). Containing the traditional formula, but using certified organic herbs. Organic Essiac consists of Certified organic burdock root, rhubarb root, sheep sorrel leaf slippery elm bark. Traditionally Essiac was used to act as a blood purifier and has been used in many health conditions, to support the better elimination of toxins from the body.
Certified organic burdock root, rhubarb root, sheep sorrel leaf, slippery elm bark.
Preparation: Use a stainless steel or enamel pot (not aluminium) holding at least 2 litres. Measure 2 litres of pure or distilled water (not chlorinated or fluoridated - clean rainwater will do). Cover pot and bring to a rolling boil. Weigh out 45 gm of the Essiac mixture and add to the boiling water. Stir with a wooden or stainless steel spoon. Replace lid and boil for 10-12 minutes at a rolling boil. Remove pot from heat, scrape down the sides of the pot with a spatula and stir into the mixture thoroughly. Replace lid and let stand at room temperature for 10-12 hours. Stir thoroughly, cover and heat essiac solution to scalding (85 C). Do not boil.
Remove from the heat. Scoop out the liquid immediately, leaving the sediment behind and strain through a fine stainless steel strainer into closeable sterile, glass jars, using a funnel. Take care to tighten caps, allow bottles to cool, then tighten caps again. Store in the refrigerator.
This is a sensitive preparation and it contains no preservatives agents. If mould should develop in the bottle, discard immediately.
Prepared as above and filtered into heated jars and stoppered, it should keep for at least 12 months.
CAUTION: All bottles and caps must be sterilised after use, if you plan to re-use them for essiac preparation. Bottle caps must be washed and rinsed thoroughly and may be cleaned with a 3% solution of food grade hydrogen peroxide in water.
SUGGESTED DOSAGE
Daily maintenance: 2-4 tablespoons (28-56ml) prepared Essiac per day, mixed with purified, boiled hot water equal to the amount of essiac liquid used. For example, if 2 tablespoons of Essiac is used, mix with 2 tablespoons of purified, boiled, hot water. Take half in the morning and half in the evening, on an empty stomach at least 2 hours after eating
EXTRA STRENGTH - For cancer, diabetes, AIDS etc: 4 tablespoons (56ml) up to three times daily, on an empty stomach, mixed with water, as above.
CHILDREN: Take half the above recommended dosages.
Keep out of the reach of children. In all cases of ill health, seek professional advice before self prescribing.
Organic Essiac Tea Blend contains the traditional four-herb combination of burdock root, rhubarb root, sheep sorrel leaf and slippery elm bark. This blend is usually used as a herbal wellness tea, with each herb contributing a different traditional role. Burdock is commonly used in cleansing routines, slippery elm is known for its soothing mucilage, rhubarb root has a classic digestive role, and sheep sorrel is a long-standing part of the traditional recipe.
The key thing with Organic Essiac Tea Blend is the herbal combination itself. People usually buy it because they want the traditional essiac recipe rather than one standout ingredient. Before buying, it is useful to know that this product is prepared as a brewed tea concentrate, so it suits people who are happy to make it properly and use it as part of a regular herbal routine.
What herbs are in Organic Essiac Tea Blend?
It contains burdock root, rhubarb root, sheep sorrel leaf and slippery elm bark. Those four herbs make up the traditional essiac-style recipe used here.
Why are these herbs used together?
Essiac is known as a traditional four-herb blend, with each herb bringing a different herbal role. The idea is the combination itself rather than any one herb on its own.
What does slippery elm contribute to Organic Essiac Tea Blend?
Slippery elm is known for its soothing, mucilage-rich character. In a tea blend, that adds a gentler, coating quality alongside the other herbs.
What should I know before buying Organic Essiac Tea Blend?
It is not an instant tea bag product. The blend needs proper preparation, so it suits you best if you are happy to brew a herbal decoction rather than just steep a quick cup.