Goldenseal, a Powerhouse for the Immune System
Antibacterial and Antiviral: Goldenseal has amazing ability to stimulate the body’s own immunity. Goldenseal has powerful antibacterial properties because it targets the mucous membranes, addressing issues such as upper respiratory infections, dental infections, conjunctivitis, sinusitis, allergies, urinary tract infections, and bacterial diarrhea. It successfully combats bacteria H Pylori which causes bacterial ulcers. Goldenseal can be used as an antibiotic.
Goldenseal is also known to have powerful antiviral effects when used internally against colds and flus. Also commonly used to help with cold sores and herpes lesions and used as a gargle or topical wash.
Anti-fungal - Goldenseal is known to be a powerful ally against Candida overgrowth and other forms of fungal infections. Goldenseal is reported to curtail fungal growth very quickly. In order for Candida to not adapt to the antiviral properties of Goldenseal, use Goldenseal “two weeks on and two weeks off.” Use a different anti-fungal supplement for two weeks on a rotational basis.
Goldenseal helps as a digestive aid and a liver supporter. It stimulates the production of bile, which makes it helpful in digesting fats and as a general digestive aid. By stimulating bile production, it addresses liver and gallbladder issues. Goldenseal also stimulates digestion and appetite.
Goldenseal lowers blood sugars and stimulates beta cells of the pancreas by lowering blood glucose levels, increasing insulin sensitivity and supporting the pancreas. Blood glucose levels stay lower when using Goldenseal on a regular basis.
Astringent - Combined Goldenseal tincture with Coconut oil and use as an ointment topically on hemorrhoids to help alleviate inflammation and have a soothing.
Suggested Dosage: Adult dosage: 1 dropperful three times daily.
DO NOT GIVE TO CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 2.
Considerations: Do not use Goldenseal if pregnant. Do not give to children under the age of two. Do NOT use Goldenseal with the prescription medications Warfarin (Coumadin), protease inhibitors or cardiac glycosides.
Use a probiotic (acidophilus or another probiotic) when taking Goldenseal long-term. For short-term, use Goldenseal “two weeks on, two weeks off” regimen.
People taking prescription antibiotics should refrain from taking Goldenseal within two hours of taking the prescription medication.
Diabetics who use Goldenseal should check blood glucose levels more frequently.
Goldenseal is generally available as either a liquid extract (tincture) of the goldenseal root, or as capsules made from goldenseal root powder. The tincture is most often recommended by medicinal herbalists, as it provides a more concentrated dose and is absorbed more easily. To take goldenseal tincture, you will need to first dilute a few drops in water and drink 1-3 times per day. Herbal tinctures are usually sold with a dropper, so it’s easy to measure the exact amount for each dose.
√ Anti-bacterial
√ Bile Production
√ Blood Sugar-Lowers
√ Candida
√ Colds
√ Conjunctivitis
√ Digestive Aid
√ Flu
√ Hemorrhoids
√ Herpes Lesions
√ Pancreas Health
√ Respiratory Infections-Upper
√ Sinusitis
√ Sore Throat
√ Ulcers-Bacterial
