Dr. Shade's Bitters No. 9 By Quicksilver Scientific Overview & Drug Interactions

Supplement: Dr. Shade's Bitters No. 9 by Quicksilver Scientific

This product contains

• extract of Dandelion

  Description:

  Dandelion is a plant that belongs to the family Asteraceae. It is native to Europe, Asia, and the Americas, and is known for its distinctive, bright yellow flowers and puffy, white seed heads. Although considered a weed by many, it is considered valuable for a number of reasons as it can be used as food, in medicine, and to attract pollinators. Dandelion has a long history of use as a medicinal plant. It has been used to treat a variety of conditions, including liver and gallbladder problems, kidney disorders, skin conditions, and digestive issues. It is also purported to have a diuretic effect and dietary supplements containing dandelion often market it for being able to help reduce water retention.

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  Ingredient Group	Dandelion
  Category	botanical

  
  

  extract of Milk Thistle

  Description:

  Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) is a plant belonging to the aster family (Asteraceae). It is native to the Mediterranean region and is widely cultivated in many parts of the world. The plant is known for its milk-white veins on the leaves, which gives it its name. Milk thistle has a long history of use in traditional medicine, and is extremely popular as a dietary supplement, making it one of the most well-known plants in the world. It is purported to have liver-protectant effects and has been used to treat liver disorders such as hepatitis and cirrhosis. It has also been used to treat gallbladder problems and high cholesterol. While there are a number of compounds in milk thistle, one of the active constituents, silymarin, is thought to be responsible for many of its effects, and dietary supplements often report using a standardized amount (generally 70% to 80% silymarin in extracts).

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  Ingredient Group	Milk Thistle
  Category	botanical

  
  

  extract of Gentian

  Ingredient Group	Gentian
  Category	botanical

  
  

  extract of Burdock

  Description:

  Burdock is a plant that is native to Europe and Asia. It is a member of the daisy family and is known for its long, tapering roots and large, prickly leaves. Burdock is often used in traditional medicine and is purported to have a number of health benefits. The roots and leaves of the plant are thought to have diuretic, diaphoretic, and expectorant properties. It has been used for a variety of conditions, including fever, sore throat, and digestive disorders. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, burdock is used to rid the body of toxins.

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  Ingredient Group	Burdock
  Category	botanical

  
  

  extract of Solidago

  Description:

  Goldenrod is a genus of flowering plants in the Asteraceae family, known for its bright yellow flowers. There are around 130 species of goldenrod, and they are native to North America, Europe, and Asia. Some species of goldenrod have been used historically for medicinal purposes, but they are also essential for supporting pollinators and providing ornamental value in gardens.

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  Ingredient Group	Goldenrod (unspecified)
  Category	botanical

  
  

  essential oil of Sweet Orange

  Description:

  Sweet orange, also known as Citrus sinensis, is a type of citrus fruit native to Southeast Asia. It is a good source of vitamin C and other nutrients, including folate, potassium, and dietary fiber. It is also a good source of antioxidants, which are substances that help to protect the body's cells from damage caused by free radicals. Sweet orange is used in traditional medicine as both aromatherapy and herbal remedies. The essential oil is generally extracted from the sweet orange peel and is used for its purported relaxant properties. As a dietary supplement, it is most commonly used to treat digestive problems and to help reduce the severity of colds and other respiratory infections.

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  Ingredient Group	Sweet Orange
  Category	botanical

  
  

  essential oil of Myrrh

  Description:

  Myrrh is a gum resin produced by certain trees of the genus Commiphora. Myrrh has a warm, and slightly bitter aroma, and has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of conditions, including wounds, infections, and digestive disorders. It has also been used as a natural remedy for sore throat, cough, and other respiratory problems. It is commonly utilized in dietary supplements, essential oils, tinctures, incense, and perfumes.

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  Ingredient Group	Myrrh
  Category	botanical

  
  

  essential oil of Juniper

  Ingredient Group	Juniper
  Category	botanical

  
  

  essential oil of Clove

  Description:

  Clove is a spice commonly used in cooking and has a warm, sweet, and slightly bitter flavor. It is the dried flower bud of the clove tree, which is native to Indonesia. Clove has been used in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine to treat respiratory and digestive conditions as well as an analgesic and antispasmodic. It is also very commonly utilized in topical preparations as an antimicrobial and an analgesic (especially for tooth-related pain).

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  Ingredient Group	Clove
  Category	botanical

  
  

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