Materials
- 2 fluid ounces tincture goldenrod flower and leaves ((Solidago spp.))
- 2 fluid ounces tincture elderflower ((Sambucus canadensis))
- 1 fluid ounces tincture yarrow flower ((Achillea millefolium))
- 1 fluid ounces tincture nettles leaf ((Urtica dioica))
Method
- Use fresh plant tinctures if possible (1:2 95%), but you can substitute dried tinctures as needed.
- Combine all the tinctures. You’ll need a glass beaker for the smaller measurements.
- Store in a glass dispensing bottle.
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Preparation overview
A tincture is a concentrated liquid extract. Herb condition, solvent strength, ratio, maceration time and intended route of use are safety-critical facts that must be verified before publication.
At a glance
- Yield: it valuable for resolving infections, clearing sinus congestion, and bringing co
Equipment
- Glass beaker
- Glass dispensing bottle
Source safety notes
- Stinging nettles (Urtica dioica).
- Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica)
- Deep green nettle leaves are anti-inflammatory and drying to the sinuses, and are thus a helpful remedy for congestion. They also possess antihistamine properties and are a classic herb for the prevention and relief of allergies.
- Safety and Contraindications: Although nettle is generally safe with relatively few cautions, there are a few things to look out for. Because it is a diuretic and astringent, it can be very drying as a tonic herb for folks who already have dry skin and dry mucous membranes. Additionally, its diuretic effects may compound pharmaceuticals with the same action, such as diuretic antihypertensive medications.
- Ready for the full scoop on goldenrod? We share all about identifying, growing, gathering, and using this sun-bright wildflower in our article on Goldenrod’s Medicinal Benefits.
Safety review
- This automated research draft must be checked against every linked source before publication.
- Alcohol-containing preparations may be unsuitable for children, pregnancy, liver disease or people avoiding alcohol.
- Stinging nettles (Urtica dioica).
- Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica)
- Deep green nettle leaves are anti-inflammatory and drying to the sinuses, and are thus a helpful remedy for congestion. They also possess antihistamine properties and are a classic herb for the prevention and relief of allergies.
- Safety and Contraindications: Although nettle is generally safe with relatively few cautions, there are a few things to look out for. Because it is a diuretic and astringent, it can be very drying as a tonic herb for folks who already have dry skin and dry mucous membranes. Additionally, its diuretic effects may compound pharmaceuticals with the same action, such as diuretic antihypertensive medications.
- Ready for the full scoop on goldenrod? We share all about identifying, growing, gathering, and using this sun-bright wildflower in our article on Goldenrod’s Medicinal Benefits.
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- This automated research draft must be checked against every linked source before publication.
- Alcohol-containing preparations may be unsuitable for children, pregnancy, liver disease or people avoiding alcohol.
- Stinging nettles (Urtica dioica).
- Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica)
- Deep green nettle leaves are anti-inflammatory and drying to the sinuses, and are thus a helpful remedy for congestion. They also possess antihistamine properties and are a classic herb for the prevention and relief of allergies.
- Safety and Contraindications: Although nettle is generally safe with relatively few cautions, there are a few things to look out for. Because it is a diuretic and astringent, it can be very drying as a tonic herb for folks who already have dry skin and dry mucous membranes. Additionally, its diuretic effects may compound pharmaceuticals with the same action, such as diuretic antihypertensive medications.
- Ready for the full scoop on goldenrod? We share all about identifying, growing, gathering, and using this sun-bright wildflower in our article on Goldenrod’s Medicinal Benefits.
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