Vegetarian Capsules Starwest Herb Capsules 100 count are packaged in a light and moisture-resistant white bottle, with a tamper-evident, pressure-sealed lid. 500 count bulk packs are packaged in foil, barrier-seal bags. Our superior quality herbs are captured in 100% natural and Certified Kosher size 0 vegetarian capsules. Derived from naturally occurring vegetable cellulose and 100% preservative free, vegetarian capsules do not interfere with the digestive process. Most, but not all herbs, are also certified kosher. These capsules do not have additives or filler. When you choose Starwest Herb Capsules you are getting over 28 years of experience and our guarantee of superior quality, potency, consistency and dependability. We select our herbs and spices from natural renewable sources and are irradiation-free. We begin with carefully selected whole herbs (when possible) from reputable growers around the world. Followed with numerous quality control inspections before and after processing in which we adhere to our strict quality control standards. Starwest encapsulates only superior quality herb powder and strives to consistently capture and maintain the purest and highest quality botanicals and their natural benefits. Used as an infusion, decoction, extract, tincture, dietary supplement, compress and wash. Horsetail is an effective genito-urinary astringent. It high silica content helps to heal both internal and external wounds. The 1997 Commission E on Phytotherapy and Herbal Substances of the German Federal Institute for Drugs recommends Horsetail for 'Internal: Post-traumatic and static edema. Irrigation therapy for bacterial and inflammatory diseases of the lower urinary tract and renal gravel. External: Supportive treatment for poorly healing wounds.' 'Average daily dosage: 6 g of herb; equivalent preparations. External use in compresses: 10 g of herb to 1 liter of water. Mode of Administration: Internal: Comminuted herb for infusions and other galenical preparations for oral administration. For irrigation therapy, ensure an abundant fluid intake. External: Comminuted herb for decoctions and other galenical preparations. Action: Mild diuretic.' Horsetail is rich in silicates and silicic acid. It is also rich in potassium, aluminum, manganese, and bioflavonoids. The bioflavonoids are thought to cause the diuretic action, while the silicon is thought to help strenghten connective tissue. Grieve's classic 'A Modern Herbal': 'Diuretic and astringent. Horsetail has been found beneficial in dropsy, gravel and kidney affections generally, and a drachm of the dried herb, powdered, taken three or four times a day, has proved very effectual in spitting of blood.' 'The ashes of the plant are considered very valuable in acidity of the stomach, dyspepsia, etc., administered in doses of 3 to 10 grains.' 'Besides being useful in kidney and bladder trouble, a strong decoction acts as an emmenagogue; being cooling and astringent, it is
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Manufacturer: Starwest Botanicals
