Description: Usnea Lichens is herbal medicine–which is technically not actually a plant! Rather, it is classified as a lichen–a symbiosis of a fungus and algae. Usnea lichen the primary pharmacological content in usnea lichen is usnic acid, a natural antibiotic. is also known as Songluo (in Chinese), Old man’s beard, Hanging hair, or just tree moss. Usnic acid works against several gram-positive bacteria. Usnic acid inhibits a certain process called oxidative phosphorylation which is crucial for the bacteria’s metabolism. Usnic acid is yellow and bitter, thus deterring animals from grazing on usnea lichens. Usnea is an immune system tonic that can be used in acute situations as well as for long term immune enhancement and general prevention. It has no side effects or contraindications, and is safe for children and animals. It can be used along with or instead of Echinacea. Usnea is more specific for strep and staph infections than Echinacea, and its antibiotic properties are most specific to the respiratory and urinary systems. Use it to help heal respiratory and sinus infections, bronchitis, pneumonia, strep throat, colds, flues, as well as urinary tract, kidney, and bladder infections. Usnea is also beneficial for women with yeast infections, trichonomosas, bacterial vaginosis, and chlamydia. It can be helpful for people with chronic fatigue, HIV, herpes, and other chronic conditions related with depressed immunity. Using usnea herb in wounds can help treat or prevent infection. It also has wound-healing abilities that can accelerate the healing process.HOW TO USE:An usnea tea can be prepared by steeping 2-3 tsp of dried lichen or 1-2 tsp of powdered lichen in 1 cup of boiling-hot water. The tea may be taken three times a day.The tincture must be diluted in water before ingesting or using externally. Usnea tincture may be taken every two hours to treat bacterial infections. Other sources recommend taking 3-4 ml of tincture three times daily.WARNING:When taken by mouth, usnea may cause stomach upset and severe liver damage. Children and pregnant or breastfeeding women should completely avoid it, while all others should practice extreme caution.PrecautionsIt should not be used for more than three weeks.Avoid during Pregnancy and breast feeding These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The information provided here is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare provider and should not be construed to indicate that the use of this herbal product is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare provider before taking this herbal product.
Price: 11.99 USD
Location: Ooltewah, Tennessee
End Time: 2023-11-04T02:41:44.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: Herbs For Ailment
Department: Men
Formulation: Leaves
Ingredients: Usnea
Item Weight: 1 oz
