Cascara sagrada bark

Latin Name Rhamnus purshiana

Other Names Sacred bark

Part Used Bark

Affects Digestive system, Liver

Description Cascara sagrada is an excellent laxative, which moistens and helps re-educate bowels that are atonic and not working properly. It is also used for hemorrhoids and jaundice, and it increases the liver's ability to produce bile. Its bitter and slightly sweet nature makes cascara a stimulating tonic. Another side of cascara is its bitter and cool nature which is useful for relieving "damp heat," a condition that predisposes to infections of the abdominal and pelvic area like bladder infections, bowel infections, and vaginal infections. Cascara tea may be applied as a wash for lice or scabies.

The indicated dose is for mild cases of constipation or other conditions. For stubborn cases, use the indicated dose morning and evening.

Dosage Infusion 1 cup before bedtime