{"product_id":"blessed-thistle-leaves","title":"Blessed Thistle leaves Tea","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eBlessed thistle (\u003cem class=\"eujQNb\"\u003eCnicus benedictus\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e) primarily targets the digestive, immune, and reproductive systems through bitter tonic, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial actions, but carries key cautions for pregnancy and ragweed allergies.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTime:5-7 minutes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaste: Strongly bitter and herbaceous,  instantly activates your taste buds. Sharp, grassy and slightly woody undertones with a drying finish on the palate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePairs well with; peppermint, chamomile, lemon balm or ginger root.  Honey of lemon to round out the taste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Fsg96\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\"\u003eBody Systems and Functions\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eDigestive System:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Stimulates saliva, gastric acid, and bile flow to improve appetite and nutrient breakdown.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eImmune System:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides mild antimicrobial and antioxidant properties to help the body resist minor bacterial threats.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eReproductive System:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditionally used as a galactagogue to support and increase breast milk production in nursing mothers.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eIntegumentary System (Skin):\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Applied topically in traditional medicine to support the healing of minor boils and surface wounds.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eOther Systems (Respiratory, Circulatory, Nervous, Endocrine, Urinary, Musculoskeletal, Lymphatic, and Cardiovascular):\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Blessed thistle does not have direct, primary functions mapped specifically to all 12 clinical body systems. Herbal traditions view its bitter and anti-inflammatory properties as a general systemic cleanser or tonic, though scientific evidence for direct action outside the upper gut is minimal.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Fsg96\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\"\u003eHerbal Actions\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eBitter Tonic:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Activates taste receptors that signal the gastrointestinal tract to prepare for food processing.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eGalactagogue:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Encourages the hormonal and physical production of breast milk.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eAntimicrobial \/ Vulnerary:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps fight surface microbes and assists with minor skin trauma when used topically.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Fsg96\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\"\u003eCautions and Contraindications\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003ePregnancy and Breastfeeding:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not use during pregnancy as it may stimulate uterine contractions. Traditional use for lactation exists, but modern medical safety data is sparse, so professional guidance is advised.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eGastrointestinal Inflammation:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoid if you have gastric ulcers, Crohn's disease, or severe bowel inflammation, because bitter compounds can over-stimulate stomach acid and irritate damaged tissue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eAsteraceae Allergies:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Can trigger allergic reactions in people sensitive to ragweed, daisies, marigolds, or chrysanthemums.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eMedication Interactions:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e May reduce the effectiveness of antacids or acid-reducing medications (like H2-blockers and proton pump inhibitors) by increasing gastric acid output.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\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\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Steeping Teas With NeCe \u0026 Elaine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44491539873880,"sku":null,"price":1.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0725\/3082\/1208\/files\/BlessedThistle.jpg?v=1785627472","url":"https:\/\/steepingteaswellness.com\/products\/blessed-thistle-leaves","provider":"Steeping Teas With NeCe \u0026 Elaine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}