Aromatic Bitters
A blend of bitter and carminative herbs to activate and support the assimilation and elimination processes of the digestive system
The digestive system breaks down food into nutrients for absorption into the bloodstream and eliminates what it can’t use. Every cell in our body depends on the nutrients delivered by this process to function. When the digestive system is not in balance or can’t perform is functions, every cell in our body can be effected as a result. So just as what we eat influences our health, so too does our ability to assimilate nutrients from that food. Furthermore, if our bodies aren’t able to break down and digest fats, there can be flow on effects such as nervous system dysfunction, hormonal imbalance, and atrophied and malnourished cells and cell membranes.
While in many cultures bitters are an important element in the diet, this is not so much the case in Western cultures. Bitter and carminative herbs can help here.
Bitters promote appetite and stimulate the production of saliva. The intense bitterness of certain herbs stimulate the taste buds which send a reflex action to the brain to get the digestive juices flowing. This is why bitters must be tasted to work, and ideally taken before a meal. Bitter herbs also activate the secretion of acids and digestive enzymes which increases the nerve tone of the muscles of the entire digestive tract while improving blood circulation and increase the tone of the autonomic nervous system which also energises the digestive tract.
The carminatives category of herbs are perhaps the most common and well know for digestion, widely used for their volatile oils that relax stomach muscles, increase the constriction and relaxing pattern of the intestines which move the contents of the bowel, and reduce gas forming in the stomach. Carminative herbs impact digestion after eating and can be particularly useful if experiencing stagnation, cramping and gas following a meal.
In this formula there are a combination of a) aromatic and carminative herbs to warm the surface and cools digestion, release gas, relax sphincter and increase constriction and relaxation pattern of the intestines that moves the contents of the bowel, and b) classic bitters to increase flow of secretions and enzymes and tonify the nerve supply to digestive organs. They include:
Fennel seed - powerful carminative that warms and harmonises digestive function
Dill seed- carminative digestive stimulant with powerful gas expulsion ability
Cinnamon bark- helpful for sluggish digestion through stimulating circulation to the stomach
Gentian root - the archetypal bitter remedy for its cooling digestive stimulant qualities
Ginger root - a warming and pungent carminative to help get the digestive tract moving. Can be useful for bloating, heavy and stagnant feeling in the gut, and gas. Anti-inflammatory properties also assist with cramping and act as a driver to increase the efficiency of other herbs in the formula.
Schisandra - arguably the most beneficial adaptogen for the liver, helping to regenerate liver cells and increase essential liver antioxidants. Protects against liver chemical and drug-induced liver damage to promote healing of existing damage.
Tulsi - elevated stress hormones inhibit gastric acid secretion which inhibits our ability to digest and absorb nutrients. Stress also has a significant impact on our microflora and can cause or exacerbate indigestion, diarrhoea/constipation, IBS and so on. Tulsi is included here for its standalone digestive system affinity, but also as an adaptogen to support digestion and absorption and protecting the gastric mucosa against irritation and damage.
In addition to assisting with breaking down food for better absorption of nutrients and more comfortable digestion, this blend may be useful in instances of: poor fat and protein digestion; poor appetite; excessive sweet cravings; anaemia; low vitality; weakness due to chronic illness; gastric congestion/ constipation; gall bladder disease; liver conditions and intolerance of greasy foods and alcohol; irritable bowel; and skin disorders such as acne and psoriasis.
50ml
Ingredients
Orange peel*, Schisandra berry*, Tasmanian pepperberry*, Star anise*, Dill seed*, Fennel seed*, Coriander seed*, Gentian root*, Vanilla bean*, fresh Ginger*, fresh Tulsi^, Cinnamon quill*, vodka. [*Organic, ^Homegrown]
Use
Add 20 drops to 200ml of mineral water or other beverage before and/or after meals.
You can also put a few drops straight on to your tongue if you’re feeling brave and want to really get some strong bitter message to the brain! Not for everyone, but I love it.
Start small and adjust to suit your own unique constitution and intention for use.
Special considerations
If you have an irritated or inflamed intestinal tract, high stomach acid, gastric or duodenal ulcer is present strong bitters formulas should be approached with caution. Such individuals, as well as those with a excessively dry or cool constitutions, may wish to balance this formula with adequate hydration and some moistening/demulcent herbs such as marshmallow root and slippery elm.
Due to concentration of herbs with extreme bitter action and emmenagogue potential, pregnant individuals may wish to limit or avoid.
In the traditional Chinese medicine framework, tonic remedies such as Schisandra are not taken by people with acute viral or bacterial infections such as colds, influenza and bronchitis.
You may wish to consult with a trusted health practitioner if you are taking prescription medications.
A blend of bitter and carminative herbs to activate and support the assimilation and elimination processes of the digestive system
The digestive system breaks down food into nutrients for absorption into the bloodstream and eliminates what it can’t use. Every cell in our body depends on the nutrients delivered by this process to function. When the digestive system is not in balance or can’t perform is functions, every cell in our body can be effected as a result. So just as what we eat influences our health, so too does our ability to assimilate nutrients from that food. Furthermore, if our bodies aren’t able to break down and digest fats, there can be flow on effects such as nervous system dysfunction, hormonal imbalance, and atrophied and malnourished cells and cell membranes.
While in many cultures bitters are an important element in the diet, this is not so much the case in Western cultures. Bitter and carminative herbs can help here.
Bitters promote appetite and stimulate the production of saliva. The intense bitterness of certain herbs stimulate the taste buds which send a reflex action to the brain to get the digestive juices flowing. This is why bitters must be tasted to work, and ideally taken before a meal. Bitter herbs also activate the secretion of acids and digestive enzymes which increases the nerve tone of the muscles of the entire digestive tract while improving blood circulation and increase the tone of the autonomic nervous system which also energises the digestive tract.
The carminatives category of herbs are perhaps the most common and well know for digestion, widely used for their volatile oils that relax stomach muscles, increase the constriction and relaxing pattern of the intestines which move the contents of the bowel, and reduce gas forming in the stomach. Carminative herbs impact digestion after eating and can be particularly useful if experiencing stagnation, cramping and gas following a meal.
In this formula there are a combination of a) aromatic and carminative herbs to warm the surface and cools digestion, release gas, relax sphincter and increase constriction and relaxation pattern of the intestines that moves the contents of the bowel, and b) classic bitters to increase flow of secretions and enzymes and tonify the nerve supply to digestive organs. They include:
Fennel seed - powerful carminative that warms and harmonises digestive function
Dill seed- carminative digestive stimulant with powerful gas expulsion ability
Cinnamon bark- helpful for sluggish digestion through stimulating circulation to the stomach
Gentian root - the archetypal bitter remedy for its cooling digestive stimulant qualities
Ginger root - a warming and pungent carminative to help get the digestive tract moving. Can be useful for bloating, heavy and stagnant feeling in the gut, and gas. Anti-inflammatory properties also assist with cramping and act as a driver to increase the efficiency of other herbs in the formula.
Schisandra - arguably the most beneficial adaptogen for the liver, helping to regenerate liver cells and increase essential liver antioxidants. Protects against liver chemical and drug-induced liver damage to promote healing of existing damage.
Tulsi - elevated stress hormones inhibit gastric acid secretion which inhibits our ability to digest and absorb nutrients. Stress also has a significant impact on our microflora and can cause or exacerbate indigestion, diarrhoea/constipation, IBS and so on. Tulsi is included here for its standalone digestive system affinity, but also as an adaptogen to support digestion and absorption and protecting the gastric mucosa against irritation and damage.
In addition to assisting with breaking down food for better absorption of nutrients and more comfortable digestion, this blend may be useful in instances of: poor fat and protein digestion; poor appetite; excessive sweet cravings; anaemia; low vitality; weakness due to chronic illness; gastric congestion/ constipation; gall bladder disease; liver conditions and intolerance of greasy foods and alcohol; irritable bowel; and skin disorders such as acne and psoriasis.
50ml
Ingredients
Orange peel*, Schisandra berry*, Tasmanian pepperberry*, Star anise*, Dill seed*, Fennel seed*, Coriander seed*, Gentian root*, Vanilla bean*, fresh Ginger*, fresh Tulsi^, Cinnamon quill*, vodka. [*Organic, ^Homegrown]
Use
Add 20 drops to 200ml of mineral water or other beverage before and/or after meals.
You can also put a few drops straight on to your tongue if you’re feeling brave and want to really get some strong bitter message to the brain! Not for everyone, but I love it.
Start small and adjust to suit your own unique constitution and intention for use.
Special considerations
If you have an irritated or inflamed intestinal tract, high stomach acid, gastric or duodenal ulcer is present strong bitters formulas should be approached with caution. Such individuals, as well as those with a excessively dry or cool constitutions, may wish to balance this formula with adequate hydration and some moistening/demulcent herbs such as marshmallow root and slippery elm.
Due to concentration of herbs with extreme bitter action and emmenagogue potential, pregnant individuals may wish to limit or avoid.
In the traditional Chinese medicine framework, tonic remedies such as Schisandra are not taken by people with acute viral or bacterial infections such as colds, influenza and bronchitis.
You may wish to consult with a trusted health practitioner if you are taking prescription medications.
A blend of bitter and carminative herbs to activate and support the assimilation and elimination processes of the digestive system
The digestive system breaks down food into nutrients for absorption into the bloodstream and eliminates what it can’t use. Every cell in our body depends on the nutrients delivered by this process to function. When the digestive system is not in balance or can’t perform is functions, every cell in our body can be effected as a result. So just as what we eat influences our health, so too does our ability to assimilate nutrients from that food. Furthermore, if our bodies aren’t able to break down and digest fats, there can be flow on effects such as nervous system dysfunction, hormonal imbalance, and atrophied and malnourished cells and cell membranes.
While in many cultures bitters are an important element in the diet, this is not so much the case in Western cultures. Bitter and carminative herbs can help here.
Bitters promote appetite and stimulate the production of saliva. The intense bitterness of certain herbs stimulate the taste buds which send a reflex action to the brain to get the digestive juices flowing. This is why bitters must be tasted to work, and ideally taken before a meal. Bitter herbs also activate the secretion of acids and digestive enzymes which increases the nerve tone of the muscles of the entire digestive tract while improving blood circulation and increase the tone of the autonomic nervous system which also energises the digestive tract.
The carminatives category of herbs are perhaps the most common and well know for digestion, widely used for their volatile oils that relax stomach muscles, increase the constriction and relaxing pattern of the intestines which move the contents of the bowel, and reduce gas forming in the stomach. Carminative herbs impact digestion after eating and can be particularly useful if experiencing stagnation, cramping and gas following a meal.
In this formula there are a combination of a) aromatic and carminative herbs to warm the surface and cools digestion, release gas, relax sphincter and increase constriction and relaxation pattern of the intestines that moves the contents of the bowel, and b) classic bitters to increase flow of secretions and enzymes and tonify the nerve supply to digestive organs. They include:
Fennel seed - powerful carminative that warms and harmonises digestive function
Dill seed- carminative digestive stimulant with powerful gas expulsion ability
Cinnamon bark- helpful for sluggish digestion through stimulating circulation to the stomach
Gentian root - the archetypal bitter remedy for its cooling digestive stimulant qualities
Ginger root - a warming and pungent carminative to help get the digestive tract moving. Can be useful for bloating, heavy and stagnant feeling in the gut, and gas. Anti-inflammatory properties also assist with cramping and act as a driver to increase the efficiency of other herbs in the formula.
Schisandra - arguably the most beneficial adaptogen for the liver, helping to regenerate liver cells and increase essential liver antioxidants. Protects against liver chemical and drug-induced liver damage to promote healing of existing damage.
Tulsi - elevated stress hormones inhibit gastric acid secretion which inhibits our ability to digest and absorb nutrients. Stress also has a significant impact on our microflora and can cause or exacerbate indigestion, diarrhoea/constipation, IBS and so on. Tulsi is included here for its standalone digestive system affinity, but also as an adaptogen to support digestion and absorption and protecting the gastric mucosa against irritation and damage.
In addition to assisting with breaking down food for better absorption of nutrients and more comfortable digestion, this blend may be useful in instances of: poor fat and protein digestion; poor appetite; excessive sweet cravings; anaemia; low vitality; weakness due to chronic illness; gastric congestion/ constipation; gall bladder disease; liver conditions and intolerance of greasy foods and alcohol; irritable bowel; and skin disorders such as acne and psoriasis.
50ml
Ingredients
Orange peel*, Schisandra berry*, Tasmanian pepperberry*, Star anise*, Dill seed*, Fennel seed*, Coriander seed*, Gentian root*, Vanilla bean*, fresh Ginger*, fresh Tulsi^, Cinnamon quill*, vodka. [*Organic, ^Homegrown]
Use
Add 20 drops to 200ml of mineral water or other beverage before and/or after meals.
You can also put a few drops straight on to your tongue if you’re feeling brave and want to really get some strong bitter message to the brain! Not for everyone, but I love it.
Start small and adjust to suit your own unique constitution and intention for use.
Special considerations
If you have an irritated or inflamed intestinal tract, high stomach acid, gastric or duodenal ulcer is present strong bitters formulas should be approached with caution. Such individuals, as well as those with a excessively dry or cool constitutions, may wish to balance this formula with adequate hydration and some moistening/demulcent herbs such as marshmallow root and slippery elm.
Due to concentration of herbs with extreme bitter action and emmenagogue potential, pregnant individuals may wish to limit or avoid.
In the traditional Chinese medicine framework, tonic remedies such as Schisandra are not taken by people with acute viral or bacterial infections such as colds, influenza and bronchitis.
You may wish to consult with a trusted health practitioner if you are taking prescription medications.
“Literally can’t get enough of the aromatic bitters, need to get a big stash”
“My mum bought some last drop and she has been raving about it. I tried it at her place and tried to steal her bottle but she wouldn’t let me haha.”
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