VS-C By Nature's Sunshine Overview & Drug Interactions

Supplement: VS-C by Nature's Sunshine

This product contains

• concentrated 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

  
  

  Purslane

  Ingredient Group	Purslane
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Indigo

  Ingredient Group	Isatis
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Thlaspi

  Description:

  Shepherd's purse (Capsella bursa-pastoris) is a flowering plant belonging to the mustard family. It is native to Europe and Asia, but has become invasive in many other parts of the world. The leaves are oblong in shape and the seeds are contained in a small, triangular-shaped capsule that resembles a purse, thus the name "shepherd's purse." Shepherd's purse has been used in traditional medicine for its astringent, diuretic, and tonic properties. It has to been used to treat a number of conditions, including bleeding disorders, digestive problems, and kidney problems. It is also sometimes used as a natural remedy for heavy menstrual periods.

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  Ingredient Group	Shepherd's Purse
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Bupleurum

  Description:

  Bupleurum is a plant that is native to Asia and Europe. It is a member of the carrot family (Apiaceae) and is known for its small, yellow flowers and thin, spiky leaves. In traditional medicine, bupleurum is believed to have anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effects and is used to treat a variety of conditions, including pain, digestive problems, respiratory infections, and skin disorders. Bupleurum is also believed to have a number of other medicinal properties, including the ability to improve immune function, reduce the risk of heart disease, and lower cholesterol levels. Bupleurum is often used in conjunction with other ingredients in traditional Chinese herbal dietary supplements.

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  Ingredient Group	Bupleurum
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Scute

  Description:

  Baikal skullcap (Scutellaria baicalensis) is a perennial herb native to eastern Asia. It is a member of the mint family (Lamiaceae) and is named for its small, helmet-shaped flowers, which resemble medieval helmets. Baikal skullcap has a long history of use in traditional medicine for a variety of health conditions, including anxiety, insomnia, inflammation, and allergies. Baikal skullcap is also sometimes used to support immune system function and to help protect against certain types of infections. Most Baikal skullcap dietary supplements are standardized for their baicalein and/or baicalin content.

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  Ingredient Group	Baikal Skullcap
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Typhonium

  Ingredient Group	Typhonium flagelliforme
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Cinnamon

  Description:

  Cassia cinnamon, also known as Chinese cinnamon or Cinnamomum cassia, is a type of cinnamon native to China and other parts of Southeast Asia. It is made from the bark of the Cinnamomum cassia tree, which is related to the Cinnamomum zeylanicum tree that is used to produce another type of cinnamon, Ceylon cinnamon. Cassia cinnamon is typically darker in color and has a stronger, more pungent flavor than Ceylon cinnamon. It is less expensive and more widely available than Ceylon cinnamon, which makes it the most commonly used type of cinnamon in the world. Cassia cinnamon has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries, and it is believed to have a number of health benefits. It is thought to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and it is sometimes used to help regulate blood sugar levels and improve digestion. Some cassia cinnamon products contain high levels of coumarin, which can be toxic to the liver if ingested in large amounts.

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  Ingredient Group	Cassia Cinnamon
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Licorice

  Description:

  Licorice, also known as glycyrrhiza, is a plant native to parts of Europe, Asia, and the Mediterranean region. The root of the plant has been used for centuries in traditional medicine and is often consumed in the form of candy, tea, and supplements. Licorice has a number of purported health benefits, including the ability to soothe sore throats, reduce inflammation, and improve digestive problems. It may also have antiviral and antibacterial properties. Licorice naturally contains glycyrrhizin, or glycyrrhizic acid, which can have toxic effects if consumed in large amounts. However, licorice can be processed to remove glycyrrhizin, resulting in DGL (deglycyrrhizinated licorice). Many dietary supplements that contain deglycyrrhizinated licorice are often simply named 'DGL'.

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  Ingredient Group	Chinese Licorice
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Ginseng

  Ingredient Group	Oriental Ginseng
  Category	botanical

  
  

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