Tonic

Ginseng: Benefits, Uses and How to Prepare the Energizing Root IMPORTANT: Ginseng is a powerful herb, not just an “energy supplement.” It is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women, children under 12, or people with uncontrolled high blood pressure. It can interact with anticoagulant medications (warfarin), antidiabetic drugs (risk of hypoglycemia), antidepressants and stimulants. If you are on long-term medication, have an autoimmune disease, heart problems or sleep disorders, talk to your doctor before starting a course. Ginseng never replaces a proper diagnosis and medical treatment. ...

Ashwagandha: Benefits, Uses and How to Prepare the Adaptogenic Root IMPORTANT: Ashwagandha is a plant with genuine effects on the body, not merely a “trendy powder.” It is not recommended during pregnancy (Ayurvedic tradition considers it potentially abortifacient in large doses) and should be used cautiously while breastfeeding. People with autoimmune diseases (lupus, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis) should avoid it or use it only under supervision, because it may stimulate the immune system. It can interact with thyroid medication (it raises thyroid hormones), with sedatives, with blood pressure and blood sugar drugs, and with immunosuppressants. If you are on long-term treatment, have hyperthyroidism, or have surgery scheduled, consult your doctor before starting. It is not a substitute for prescribed treatment. ...

Apple Cider Vinegar and Honey Tonic: Benefits and Recipe IMPORTANT: Apple cider vinegar is an acid, and consumed undiluted or in excessive amounts it can irritate the lining of the esophagus and stomach, erode tooth enamel, and worsen acid reflux, gastritis, or ulcers. People with diabetes taking blood-sugar-lowering medication, those on diuretics, digoxin, or laxatives, pregnant women, and nursing mothers should talk to a doctor before adopting this tonic. Honey must never be given to infants under one year of age because of the risk of infant botulism. This article is informational and does not replace medical advice. If you have a chronic condition or take medication, ask your doctor before starting any regimen. ...