{"product_id":"kelp-ascophyllum-nodosum-herbal-tincture","title":"Kelp (Ascophyllum Nodosum) | Herbal Tincture","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 1 oz (w\/dropper included) - approx. 10 days supply\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMADE IN USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is it?:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cold-water species of kelp (\u003cem\u003eAscophyllum nodosum\u003c\/em\u003e- aka knotted wrack, rockweed, Norwegian Kelp) grows in the North Atlantic ocean and is harvested commercially for a wide variety of uses (from fertilizer to food additive). It is highly nutritious as a dietary supplement (notably containing high levels of  vitamin A, iodine, and omega-3 fatty acids) and traditionally used by natives of the far North for this purpose. Other notable health benefits include \u003cstrong\u003eaddressing iodine deficiency, reducing systemic inflammation, and helping with weight loss.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNorth Atlantic kelp is also commonly used as an ingredient in \u003cstrong\u003edental care supplements for pets\u003c\/strong\u003e due to an the presence of an enzyme known as \u003cem\u003eB. licheniformis\u003c\/em\u003e, which works to protect against tooth decay by stripping bacteria away from plaque, thereby \u003cstrong\u003ereducing plaque \u0026amp; tartar build-up and bad breath\u003c\/strong\u003e... and you can use this particular tincture with your own pet by adding a reduced dose to their meal on a daily basis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt should also be noted that kelp also contains bio-actives (such as fucoidans and polyphenols) which are systemically absorbed into the body tissues and are clinically proven to reduce oral plaque and improve gum and teeth health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is it good for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ereducing dental plaque and tartar build-up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003enutritional supplementation\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ereduce inflammation\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eweight-loss regiens\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eiodine deficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat else you might like to know:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is important to understand that herbs work by restoring balance to the body. This means that you usually have to take an herb or a formula for a longer period of time than you would with pharmaceuticals in order to get results-- usually at least a month, and often times longer than that... it all depends on the individual and the nature of the ailment being addressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e: Kelp (Ascophyllum nodosum) \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirections for use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShake Well before each use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMaintenance Serving\u003c\/em\u003e: Dissolve 1-2 droppers (1\/2 tsp.) in warm water or juice 2-3 times daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAugmented Serving\u003c\/em\u003e: Take 1 full tsp. 2 to 3 times daily in warm water or juice or as directed by a qualified herbalist familiar with the use of Chinese herbs and formulas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo evaporate alcohol place in hot water.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"root + spring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49288097202488,"sku":"71868-1","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/rootandspring.com\/products\/kelp-ascophyllum-nodosum-herbal-tincture","provider":"root + spring","version":"1.0","type":"link"}