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Manufacturer's
Description: Species: Rhamnus purshiana Nature's Herbs' aged
Cascara is a mild herbal laxative for gentle overnight relief of chronic
constipation.
Supplement Facts
Serving Size:2caps Servings per
Container: 50
Ingredient
Amount
% Daily
Value**
Cascara Sagrada Bark
450mg
†
** Percent Daily Value is
based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending
on your calorie needs. † Daily Value not established.
What are Laxatives?
Natural laxatives are derivatives of herbs or plants that
promote bowel movement to relieve constipation. There are many natural laxatives
on the market. However, the focus here is on aloe vera leaf and cascara sagrada
bark.
Aloe vera leaf laxatives contain aloe latex, which is extracted from the inner
leaf skin of the aloe vera plant. Usually combined with other, gentler herbal
laxatives, aloe vera is very potent and generally only safe for short-term use
for relief of constipation.
Cascara sagrada (“sacred bark” in Spanish) is made from the bark of a tree
native to the Pacific Northwest . It is very mild and often combined with
stronger herbal laxatives. It is important that cascara sagrada bark is aged
very carefully, as fresh bark can cause gastrointestinal distress. Cascara
sagrada is recognized by the FDA as being a safe and effective laxative.
Health Benefits
Herbal laxatives can be used for short-term relief of
constipation. Cascara sagrada may also be effective in the prevention of
hemorrhoids and anal fissures.
Usage Indications
Aloe vera leaf and cascara sagrada may be used for the
short-term relief of constipation. Discuss treatment options of chronic
constipation with your physician. Begin with a low dose, and use as directed. Do
not use laxatives continuously for more than two weeks (habitual use of certain
laxatives may cause dependence).
Indications: Prolonged use of any laxative may cause excessive
mineral and nutrient loss, most notably loss of potassium (essential for
proper heart function). Laxatives may increase the effect of digitalis drugs,
causing heart beat abnormalities. Consult your physician before using
laxatives if you are using any other drug that reduces potassium levels, such
as a diuretic. Avoid taking aloe vera leaf while pregnant or menstruating, as
it may cause uterine contractions. Aloe vera leaf should not be taken by
children or elderly individuals; cascara sagrada is safe for use by the elderly.
Laxatives should not be taken by individuals with intestinal obstructions,
inflammatory bowel diseases, appendicitis or undiagnosed abdominal pain
(except under strict physician supervision).
*Above statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.