Bloodroot

BloodRoot (Sanguinaria canadensis) is Emetic cathartic expectorant and emmenagogue, and of great value in atonic dyspepsia, asthma, bronchitis and croup. (The taste is so nauseating, that it may cause expectorant action.) Sanguinaria root is chiefly used as an expectorant for chronic bronchitis and as a local application in chronic eczema, specially when secondary to varicose ulcers. Of value in pulmonary consumption, nervous irritation and helpful in lowering high pulse, and in heart disease and weakness and palpitation of heart of great use. In toxic doses, it causes burning in the stomach, intense thirst, vomiting, faintness vertigo, intense prostration with dimness of eyesight. The root has long been used by the American Indians as a dye for their bodies and clothes and has been used successfully by American and French dyers.

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Alternative Health & Herbs Bloodroot Root Powder Sanguinaria canadensis – 4 oz

Used in very small amounts as an herbal expectorantLarger doses tend to be sedativeeczema herbal remedy (external use) Bloodroot is believed to be an escharotic, which means it can produce scabs. Today Bloodroot salves and pastes are recommended for warts; however, there is no scientific evidence to support its effectiveness. The FDA has approved Bloodroot for use in commercially available toothpastes and oral rinses to inhibit the development of dental plaque and gingivitis. Bloodroot can also be found in cough syrups. Some herbalists recommend drinking Bloodroot tea for respiratory problems.

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Alternative Health & Herbs Bloodroot Tincture – 2 fl oz