NOW Foods Goldenseal Root 500 mg., 50 Capsules Features : As one of nature's natural immune supporting agents, Now Foods Goldenseal gets its healing properties from berberine alkaloids bitter tasting compounds that have been shown to naturally support healthy immune function. Now Foods Goldenseal was used by Native Americans as a treatment for irritations and inflammation of the mucous membranes of the respiratory, digestive, and urinary tracts. It was commonly used topically for skin and eye infections and has been used historically as a mouthwash to help heal canker sores. Because of its anti-microbial activity, goldenseal has a long history of use for infectious diarrhea, upper respiratory tract infections, and vaginal infections. Now Foods Goldenseal is often recommended by herbalists in combination with echinacea for the treatment of colds and flu. As one of nature's natural immune supporting agents, Now Foods Goldenseal gets its healing properties from berberine alkaloids bitter tasting compounds that have been shown to naturally support healthy immune function. Now Foods Goldenseal was used by Native Americans as a treatment for irritations and inflammation of the mucous membranes of the respiratory, digestive, and urinary tracts. It was commonly used topically for skin and eye infections and has been used historically as a mouthwash to help heal canker sores. Because of its anti-microbial activity, goldenseal has a long history of use for infectious diarrhea, upper respiratory tract infections, and vaginal infections. Now Foods Goldenseal is often recommended by herbalists in combination with echinacea for the treatment of colds and flu. Its benefits are most likely limited to helping ease the discomfort of a sore throat associated with these conditions. Now Foods Goldenseal was considered a critical remedy for stomach and intestinal problems of all kinds by early 20th century Eclectic physicians (doctors who recommended herbs). Ingredients: Goldenseal Powder (Hydrastis canadensis). Free of: Salt, yeast, corn, wheat, milk, preservatives. Direction: As an herbal dietary supplement, take 2 capsules 2 to 3 times daily. Safety Warning: Continuous high level consumption of this product for more than 2 weeks of each month is not recommended. Supplement Facts: NOW Foods Goldenseal Root 500 mg - 50 mg Supplement FactsServing Size: 2 CapsulesServings Per Container: 25Amount Per Serving %DVTotal Carbohydrates1000 mg 1 %Goldenseal Powder (Hydrastis canadensis)1000 mg**Daily Value Not Established Free of: Salt, yeast, corn, wheat, milk, preservatives. Legal 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. Our shipping: Most orders paid by 11 am (EST) ship the same day. Holidays add one day.