Senna By Alvita Overview & Drug Interactions
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Supplement: Senna by Alvita
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This product contains
Below is a list of the 'active' ingredients listed on the supplement label for this product.
For a list of 'other ingredients', such as fillers, please see the 'Label Information' section on this page.
organic Senna
Senna is a plant that belongs to the legume family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, and it is widely cultivated for its medicinal properties. Senna contains compounds called sennosides, which are found in the leaves, stem, and pods of the plant. These compounds stimulate the muscles in the walls of the intestine, causing the bowel to contract and move waste through the intestines. Senna is used as a natural laxative to help relieve constipation. It is often marketed as a 'natural vegetable laxative'. It is available in a number of forms, including tablets, capsules, and a liquid extract. Although it can cause dependence with long-term use (i.e., the body becomes dependent on it for regular bowel movements), when compared to other stimulant laxatives, like bisacodyl, it is considered safer in that regard.
See More Information Regarding Senna| Ingredient Group | Alexandrian senna |
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| Category | botanical |
Drugs that interact with Senna by Alvita
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Label Information
Supplement Facts:
| Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s): | Adults and children 4 or more years of age |
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| Minimum serving Sizes: |
1 Tea Bag(s)
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| Maximum serving Sizes: |
1 Tea Bag(s)
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| Servings per container | 24 |
| Ingredient | Amount per Serving | Group | % DV, Adults & children 4+ years |
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| organic Senna |
1.9 Gram(s)
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Alexandrian senna |
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| Other Ingredients: |
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Label Statments:
| Formulation |
- Organic
- Promotes regularity
- NSF Certified Gluten-Free
Naturally caffeine free
- Alvita chooses only the highest quality organic, wildcrafted, or cultivated botanicals, perfectly prepared to provide you with the best Mother Nature has to offer. Historical and scientific literature is painstakingly studied to ensure that the correct traditional plant and most appropriate servings are used, delivering premium flavor and quality.
- Senna
Senna (Senna alexandrina) was used for centuries before being introduced into trade in Europe in the 9th century. Named after the port in Alexandria, Egypt, senna was transported to Europe and Asia, where it became a mainstay in Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese practices. Senna is one of the most commonly consumed herbs to help promote regularity and for relief of occasional constipation (not intended to be used to treat chronic constipation).
- Certified Organic by QAI.
- Certified Gluten-Free by NSF.
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| Brand IP Statement(s) |
- Alvita
Since 1922
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| FDA Statement of Identity |
- Herbal Supplement
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| Seals/Symbols |
- NSF Certified Gluten-Free
USDA Organic
- Quality Assurance International Certified Organic
Star-K (Kosher)
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| Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions |
- Preparation
Place one tea bag in a cup and add 8 oz of boiling water. Cover and steep for 7 minutes. Gently squeeze tea bag and remove. (For a stronger tea, steep for an additional 3-4 minutes.)
Directions for use: Adults consume 1 cup daily, preferably at bedtime. Do not consume more than one cup daily, or for longer than one week unless directed by a doctor.
Add sweetener if desired
- How to brew
Pour 8 oz 1
Temp 212 Degrees F 2
Steep 7 min 3
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| Precautions |
- Do not give to children.
- Read and follow directions carefully. Do not use if you have or develop diarrhea, loose stools, or abdominal pain because senna may worsen these conditions and be harmful to your health.
- Consult your physician before use if you have frequent diarrhea or if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication or have a medical condition.
- WARNING: Do not use if you are pregnant or nursing. Consult a healthcare professional before use if you are taking any medication or have any medical condition.
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| Formula |
- Star-K (Kosher)
- Notice: This product contains senna
- Alvita Senna Tea is made with premium-quality, organic senna leaves, and has a mild, bitter flavor.
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| General Statements |
- The Alvita Story…
In 1922, a new era for tea consumption began in America. The herb alfalfa, long known for its beneficial nutrients, was packaged in tea bags and sold to an emerging health food market. This product became known as Alvita and set the standard for future herbal teas. Today, Alvita represents more than forty single-ingredient teas, each one uniquely distinct, just like the individuals who drink them.
- Herbs are gifts from the earth. Alvita takes its stewardship seriously by offering carefully harvested teas in earth-friendly packaging. Our beautifully illustrated boxes are made using recycled paperboard and our English, pillow style tea bags are oxygen bleached, not chlorine treated. You won’t find a better product, with a cleaner package… anywhere.
Alvita… brewed with confidence, steeped in tradition.
- 100% Recycled Paperboard Recyclable
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| FDA Disclaimer Statement |
- These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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Brand Information
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| Distributed by | |
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| Name | Twinlab Corporation |
| City | American Fork |
| State | UT |
| Country | USA |
| ZipCode | 84003 |
| Phone Number | 1-800-645-5626 |
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