| The name of "sacred bark"
is recorded as far back as the seventeenth century, when it was given to this
tree by the Spanish and Mexican explorers. They were interested by the American
Indians use of the bark for a wide range of medicinal usages. The most important
use of this herb was as a remedy for constipation, upset stomachs, and
cleansing.
Its bark is rich in hormone like oils which promote peristaltic action in the
intestinal canal.
This herb is often used in formulas with other herbs for a natural colon
cleansing.
Cascara Sagrada has the following attributes associated with it::
o excellent herbal remedy for chronic constipation
o is rich in hormone like oils which promote peristaltic action in the
intestinal canal
o cleanses and restores natural health to the colon
o improves a sluggish colon that is chronically constipated
o helps improve the flow of secretions of the liver, pancreas, and stomach
o helps the body rid itself of gallstones
o increases the flow of bile
o aids in the treatment of hemorrhoids
o helps in cases where there is chronic hardening of the stool
o as a type of tonic it helps the bowels will function normally
o excites and strengthens the nervous system of the body
Cascara Sagrada is also known as:
Rhamnus purshiana, Sacred Bark, California Buckthorn
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