Alfalfa
Catnip
Chamomile
Clove
Fennel
Gentian root
Ginger
Lemon Balm
Peppermint
Raspberry
Slippery Elm
Turmeric
Vervain
Wild Yam
Other African Herbs
Alcohol (Tincture)
Alfalfa: Packed with essential nutrients, this herb provides overall support to the body during pregnancy.
Catnip: This herb works with the body's natural systems to calm the digestive tract, offering relief from nausea.
Chamomile: With its soothing effects, chamomile supports a relaxed digestive system, helping to alleviate discomfort.
Cinnamon: Adding a touch of warmth, cinnamon may help ease feelings of nausea and vomiting.
Clove: Bringing its unique flavour, clove can provide relief from nausea and vomiting.
Fennel: A natural remedy for gas and flatulence, fennel aids in digestive comfort.
Gentian Root: Offering a touch of bitterness, gentian root may help with heartburn and digestive balance.
Ginger: Well-known for its anti-nausea effects, ginger supports a settled stomach.
Lemon Balm: With its mild sedative effects, lemon balm brings a sense of calm, easing feelings of nausea.
Marshmallow Root: Soothing and protective, marshmallow root supports digestive comfort.
Milk Thistle: Supporting the liver, milk thistle aids in detoxification and overall well-being.
Peppermint: Providing a refreshing touch, peppermint aids in relieving nausea, flatulence, and spasms.
Raspberry: Contributing to digestive balance, raspberry may help ease feelings of nausea and gas.
Slippery Elm Bark: With its soothing mucilage content, slippery elm bark supports digestive comfort.
Turmeric: Known for its soothing properties, turmeric contributes to easing feelings of nausea.
Yellow Dock Root: With potential benefits for heartburn, yellow dock root aids in digestive balance.
Vervain: Bringing a calming influence, vervain may help with migraines accompanied by nausea and dizziness.
Wild Yam: Traditionally used to manage morning sickness, wild yam supports hormonal balance during pregnancy.
How to use Tinctures:
Administering Herbal Tinctures Sublingually: To achieve optimal effectiveness, it is recommended to administer herbal tinctures sublingually, under the tongue. This method involves placing the tincture drops directly on the mucous membrane beneath the tongue.
Benefits of Sublingual Administration: Sublingual administration offers several advantages, including faster absorption due to the rich network of blood vessels (sublingual glands) in this area. By bypassing the digestive system, active compounds can enter the bloodstream more rapidly, making it particularly beneficial for herbs with a quick onset of action.
Proper Technique for Sublingual Administration: To administer, tilt your head back slightly, lift your tongue to create space, and release the recommended number of drops under the tongue using the dropper. Hold the tincture under the tongue for about 30 seconds to a minute before swallowing any remaining liquid.
Enhancing Bioavailability: Adhering to dosage instructions, taking the tincture on an empty stomach for better absorption, and avoiding water immediately after enhances the bioavailability of herbal compounds
