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Shelf Life: Store in a cool dry place for up to 12 months. It is ok to refrigerate.
Origin: Jamaica
Please consult with a healthcare professional, especially if you have any underlying health conditions or are taking medications, to ensure it is safe and appropriate for you. Do not use as the sole source of food.
- General Information: Quassia wood is derived from the Quassia amara tree, native to South America and the Caribbean. It has a long history of traditional use by indigenous peoples for various medicinal purposes. Quassia wood is known for its bitter taste and is often used as a natural insecticide and in herbal remedies for digestive issues.
- Medicinal Use: Quassia wood contains quassinoids, compounds known for their bitter taste and potential medicinal properties. It has been used traditionally to stimulate appetite, improve digestion, and treat gastrointestinal ailments such as indigestion and intestinal parasites. Quassia wood is also used topically to alleviate skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis.
- How to Use: Quassia wood can be prepared as an herbal infusion or tincture for internal use, or as a topical wash or ointment for external use. Example: To make a quassia wood infusion, steep a tablespoon of shredded quassia wood in a cup of hot water for 10-15 minutes, then strain and drink. For topical use, prepare a strong infusion and use it as a wash or incorporate it into an ointment for skin conditions.
Shelf Life: Store in a cool dry place for up to 12 months. It is ok to refrigerate.
Origin: Jamaica
Please consult with a healthcare professional, especially if you have any underlying health conditions or are taking medications, to ensure it is safe and appropriate for you. Do not use as the sole source of food.
