Elecampane Root

PREMIUM ELECAMPANE ROOT

Historically considered beneficial for respiratory and digestive issues and for nausea and diarrhoea, some experts also use elecampane externally for sciatica. 

Chinese Medicine considers Elecampane to have a warm energy and bitter flavour, and is reputed for strengthening the spleen and stomach, promoting energy flow and alleviating pain. The herb is also used widely in Ayurvedic medicine.

Elecampane has also been traditionally used to flavour various foods and drinks, and is also used in the manufacturing of soaps, fragrance and cosmetics. 

Avoid if pregnant or lactating.

Botanical name: Inula Helenium

Origin: Imported 

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