{"product_id":"bilberry-leaf-tincture","title":"Bilberry Leaf Tincture","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilberry leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003ci\u003eVaccinium myrtillus\u003c\/i\u003e) provide traditional herbal actions that primarily affect the endocrine, digestive, and urinary systems, but they carry strict safety cautions against long-term use. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrimary Actions of Bilberry Leaves\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAstringent:\u003c\/b\u003e Tightens tissues and reduces secretions due to high tannin content.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHypoglycemic:\u003c\/b\u003e Helps lower and stabilize blood sugar levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAntiseptic:\u003c\/b\u003e Fights mild microbes in the urinary tract.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAntioxidant:\u003c\/b\u003e Neutralizes cell-damaging free radicals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEffects on the 12 Body Systems\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEndocrine System:\u003c\/b\u003e Helps regulate blood sugar and supports insulin function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDigestive System:\u003c\/b\u003e Soothes gut inflammation and reduces mild diarrhea via astringent tannins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUrinary System:\u003c\/b\u003e Acts as a mild diuretic and antiseptic for the kidneys and bladder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCardiovascular System:\u003c\/b\u003e Offers mild support for blood vessels and circulation, though less potent than the fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIntegumentary System (Skin):\u003c\/b\u003e Used traditionally in washes for minor skin irritations and wounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eImmune, Nervous, Respiratory, Muscular, Skeletal, Reproductive, and Lymphatic Systems:\u003c\/b\u003e Show \u003cb\u003eno direct specific clinical benefits\u003c\/b\u003e or traditional uses from the leaves, aside from general, low-level antioxidant support shared by many plant foods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCautions and Side Effects\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eToxicity Risk:\u003c\/b\u003e Bilberry leaves are \u003cb\u003epossibly unsafe\u003c\/b\u003e in high doses or when consumed as a tea for long periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSide Effects:\u003c\/b\u003e Long-term use can lead to weight loss, muscle wasting, fatigue, and potential liver or blood strain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMedication Interactions:\u003c\/b\u003e Can dangerously amplify the effects of \u003cb\u003eblood sugar-lowering drugs\u003c\/b\u003e (causing low blood sugar) and \u003cb\u003eblood thinners\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSpecial Populations:\u003c\/b\u003e Avoid use during \u003cb\u003epregnancy\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003ebreastfeeding\u003c\/b\u003e, or in \u003cb\u003echildren.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThese statements have not been evaluated by the FDA.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Steeping Teas With NeCe \u0026 Elaine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44668315435096,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0725\/3082\/1208\/files\/cover1_d6ec60c3-bc13-41e7-914e-4c534592a40b.jpg?v=1787860075","url":"https:\/\/steepingteaswellness.com\/products\/bilberry-leaf-tincture","provider":"Steeping Teas With NeCe \u0026 Elaine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}