Baldwins Oregon Mountain Grape Root ( Berberis Acquifolium )

Mahonia aquifolium/ Berberis aquifolium (radix)

Origin: USA

Health perks:

The root is taken as a bitter tonic that stimulates the gut. Native American tribes use this root traditionally to resolve a loss of appetite.

It is also functions as a mild laxative, due to the root's bitter alkaloids; which stimulate and promote motility of the digestive tract.

Thanks to Mahonia aquifloium's berberine content, the root can help regulate blood sugar and reduce cholesterol by vitalising gallbladder bile flow, invigorating fat metabolism, and improving insulin sensitivity.

Oregon Mountain Grape supports liver function, thereby helping the body effectively eliminate toxins/ congestion, promoting healthier skin. This in turn infers the detoxification of the lymph and blood, helping to address imbalanced skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis and even blepharitis.

P.S. ***If pregnant/ nursing, or there are health imbalances that require attention, it is always wise to consult a qualifed herbal practitioner... even before trying a new remedy.