Boneset tea "The loose tea was not ground so fine to be dust that would seep into the cup. So many loose herbal teas are and I am thankful to be able to drink the last drop! I use the tea when I feel a cold or flu symptoms coming on and it seems to knock them r..." -- John (retired US Army)
* Please Note: This information is based partly on Traditional Medicine which uses natural materials to support health. This information has not been evaluated or approved by the FDA. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). These products are intended to support general well being and are not intended to treat, diagnose, mitigate, prevent, or cure any condition or disease. If conditions persist, please seek advice from your medical doctor.
Description
Boneset has multiple properties: It is a tonic for the liver and kidneys, it relieves liver insufficiencies, but it is primarily a stimulant for the immune system, reinforcing a weakened body by infections (influenza, fever or colds), especially when repetitive. It also has an anti-inflammatory action on the respiratory tract. Native Americans pioneered the use of boneset as a treatment for a wide range of infectious, fever-related conditions. Europeans eventually adopted the use of the plant, and some claimed it was even occasionally effective in treating malaria.
Boneset contains sesquiterpene lactones, such as euperfolin, euperfolitin, and eufoliatin, as well as polysaccharides and flavonoids. In test tube and other studies, extracts of boneset have been shown to stimulate immune cell function. This may explain its ability to help fight off minor viral infections, such as colds and the flu. Boneset also triggers sweating by raising body temperature, also potentially of benefit for colds and flu.
Boneset's leaves and flowering tops are used medicinally. It belongs to the same botanical family as echinacea and daisy (Asteraceae). Boneset grows primarily in North America.
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Directions
Hot tea brewing method: Bring freshly drawn cold water to a rolling boil. Place 1 teaspoon of tea for each cup into the teapot. Pour the boiling water into the pot, cover and let steep for 2-4 minutes. Pour into your cup; add milk and natural sweetener to taste.
Iced tea brewing method: (to make 1 liter/quart): Place 5 teaspoons of tea into a teapot or heat resistant pitcher. Pour 1 1/4 cups of freshly boiled water over the tea itself. Steep for 5 minutes. Quarter fill a serving pitcher with cold water. Pour the tea into the serving pitcher straining the tea. Add ice and top-up with cold water. Garnish and sweeten to taste.
Cautions
Patients with liver disease should avoid boneset.
Do not use Boneset consistently for six months or longer.
Boneset is not recommended in pregnancy or lactation.
Boneset should not be used when a high fever (over 102 degrees F) is present.
Additional Information
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The loose tea was not ground so fine to be dust that would seep into the cup. So many loose herbal teas are and I am thankful to be able to drink the last drop! I use the tea when I feel a cold or flu symptoms coming on and it seems to knock them right out. I also enjoy a hot steaming mug as a safeguard after being in contact with people when I am out in public. Haven't had a cold or sniffles this year. Also, being a first time customer, I was pleased with the promptness in filling my order and the follow-up.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Products are intended to support general well being and are not intended to treat, diagnose, mitigate, prevent, or cure any condition or disease. If conditions persist, please seek advice from your medical doctor. The essence of the current American rule on Traditional Uses is, as stated by FTC, "Claims based on historical or traditional use should be substantiated by confirming scientific evidence, or should be presented in such a way that consumers understand that the sole basis for the claim is a history of use of the product for a particular purpose."
