New student question about how to take my herbs

[Kris NaillonStudent]

Hello,

My name is Kris just in case it doesn’t let you know. I recently became a new student at the school. I also got my first order. I have the Colon Klnz and the Digestive Prebiotic powders. Does it matter if I put them in capsules? Is there a better way that would be more effective? I am leaning towards putting them in capsules.

Thanks

• This topic was modified 1 year, 6 months ago by Kris Naillon.

[Greg BoggsStudent]

So the one thing about capsules is that they take out the ‘taste’ aspect of taking herbs, which can be great when you have nasty tasting herbs but can also not be great in that sometimes that nasty taste helps get things going. If you have an herb that is classified as a bitter, my understanding is that you want that to hit your tongue so that it gets things moving down in your body (like increasing saliva production). I looked up the powders and it seems like the Colon Klnz powder doesn’t have any bitters, but the Digestive Prebiotic does (Dandelion) so I wouldn’t do that one in a capsule.

I have two ways I really enjoy taking herb powders. One is in my fruit smoothie that I do for my breakfast. I use homemade yogurt, frozen fruit, collagen powder, and then whatever powdered herbs I feel like I need. With the taste of the fruit and yogurt, you’d never know there were herbs in it!
The second way I take powdered herbs is in a tea. I bought empty unbleached tea bags off Amazon and stuff them full of different powdered herbs and after it’s done steeping, I throw in some raw honey to enhance the flavor (and get the good benefits from raw honey too).

[Greg BoggsStudent]

For a more complete definition on what Bitters do. I took this from Doc’s lesson on Lower Digestive 2

These species typically have a strong, bitter taste. They stimulate the production of saliva, which contains enzymes like amylase and bicarbonate that aid in the digestion of food. They also spur the digestive system into action by increasing salivation, pancreatic hormone and enzyme release, bile secretion and gut movement and repair. As a result, appetite and digestion are improved

[Kris NaillonStudentTopic Author]

Greg,

Thank you for your response. So with the Digestive Prebiotic, is that ok to make a tea with? Is it also one that a person would need the fiber or if I make a tea, is straining it ok? I don’t know what it would taste like but the smoothie sounds better.  I am already taking Burdock Root mixed in some apple juice, which is not bad.

[Greg BoggsStudent]

I would imagine so. If you don’t have your own tea bags, I would recommend making the tea the way Doc says to in this lesson. I’m pretty sure the powder will go through most tea infusers.

Making Herbal Medicines Lesson 3: Infusions

[Dr. Patrick JonesHomestead Instructor]

Making tea of the prebiotic formula will render it useless. The fiber in those roots and such is what’s feeding the bugs we’re trying to be nice to. :0)

Don't use herbs or combine herbs with medications or use them during lactation or pregnancy without talking with your healthcare provider.

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[Kris NaillonStudentTopic Author]

Hello Dr. Jones.

I want to thank you for all the work you and your team do. I am learning so much more than in the many years I have been learning about herbal medicine. It’s an awesome resource to have.

[Dr. Patrick JonesHomestead Instructor]

Glad you’re enjoying it Kris. We’re blessed to have you here. :0)

Don't use herbs or combine herbs with medications or use them during lactation or pregnancy without talking with your healthcare provider.

[Kris NaillonStudentTopic Author]

Hello Greg,

Is it ever recommended to take herbs with food or on an empty stomach? I am thinking mostly about the prebiotics. So far I have been taking them on an empty stomach.

[Greg BoggsStudent]

I know Doc has recommended not doing them on an empty stomach, and I think that would mainly be that some herbs could give you an upset stomach if you haven’t eaten anything (think like how zinc will give you an upset stomach if you take it without having eaten anything) but I would say if you aren’t having any troubles taking it on an empty stomach then you’re probably fine. I guess I would just be conscious of what herbs you’ve had success with and be aware if you take an herb and it gives you an upset stomach to take note to have that one with food.

[Dr. Patrick JonesHomestead Instructor]

I never take herbs on an empty stomach. It’ll often give you a bellyache.

Don't use herbs or combine herbs with medications or use them during lactation or pregnancy without talking with your healthcare provider.

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