Cascara Sagrada Capsules | 100% Wild-Crafted | Rhamnus Purshiana | 510mg

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100% Wildcrafted Cascara Sagrada

Common Usages for Cascara Sagrada:

• Can be used as a natural laxative for constipation relief

Cascara, also known as cascara Sagrada, bitter bark, cascara buckthorn, cascararinde and chittem bark, is a small tree or shrub that can be found growing in North American locations including California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Montana, as well as Southeast British Columbia. The cascara tree, known as Rhamnus purshiana is considered to be an endangered species at this time. It can grow up to 32 feet tall and has grayish black bark. Cascara Sagrada is the dried bark of the cascara tree which is made available in solid and liquid forms.

Cascara Sagrada bark contains chemicals called anthraquinones, which provide its color and its laxative effects. As a traditional medicine, cascara was used by Native Americans as an herbal laxative.

Constipation relief is cascara Sagrada’s best known possible benefit. Cascara Sagrada supplements are typically only considered safe for a one week maximum of usage and recommended dosages should not be exceeded. Cascara is considered a botanical stimulant laxative and as such it works by causing increased peristalsis (muscle contractions) in the intestines, which helps to move stool through the bowels to produce a bowel movement. Cascara’s ability to act as a laxative is attributed in scientific research to its content of anthraquinone glycosides.

Cascara is believed to be safe for the majority of adults when taken by mouth for less than seven days. Common side effects include upset stomach and cramps.

As is the case with taking any supplement while you are pregnant or breastfeeding or taking medication, you should always consult with your healthcare professional prior to usage.

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This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.