Organic Connections Senna leaf is grown without the use of pesticides, making it certified organic. Senna is part of the Fabaceae family, a flowering shrub that grows spiky branches with leaves and blooms yellow flowers. Organic Connections harvests the leaves of the plant and cuts and sifts them into a dried bulk herb. Traditionally, senna has been used as a tea to support intestinal health, due to its active components, sennosides. Senna tea can be slightly sweet with strong bitter base notes and is very aromatic; therefore, many like to mix their senna tea with green tea or add honey to cut the bitter taste. [CUT & SIFTED]
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Organic Senna Leaf
Important Information:
Store in a cool, dry place. Keep out of reach of children.
Dosage
Mix with other herbs as an herbaceous tea blend
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Senna
By: Naturopathic Doctor (N.D.)
The use of senna as a cathartic or powerful laxative, has been accepted by both the conventional and herbal healthcare community...
Going back as far as the 9th century, individuals have been using senna as a tea or in a powdered form for its medicinal properties.
Senna is native to northern Africa, parts of the Middle East and southern India. Its name has Arabic origins and the first record of senna and its medicinal use comes from the writings of two Arabic physicians.
Traditional Chinese medicine
recommends Senna as a treatment for Atherosclerosis,
constipation, as well as "clearing heat" in the liver and "brightening the eyes". In Indian Ayurvedic medicine, it is known as a remedy for anemia, jaundice, and
bronchitis. Other indications include dysentery, ringworm, fever,
hemorrhoids, wounds, and
dermatitis.
Today, senna is almost exclusively used for the treatment of constipation. Senna's active constituents, anthranoid glycosides, are initially inactive while they pass through the stomach and small intestine. Once these compounds reach the large intestine, however, they are activated and irritate the intestinal lining causing the muscles in the intestinal wall to contract vigorously and rhythmically in waves. Fluid uptake by the cells of the large intestine is also prohibited by these glycosides, allowing for soft and easily passed bowel movements.
Senna is such as powerful laxative that it can cause sharp stomach pains and cramping even at recommended dosages. It is often combined with ginger, mint or cinnamon to relax the muscles of the stomach and gastrointestinal tract and prevent cramping. These herbs also make senna more palatable, as it has a bitter taste which most individuals find unpleasant. If used chronically, senna can cause electrolyte imbalances, and dependency. It is not recommended for long-term use and should always be used under the guidance of a healthcare provider. The recommended daily intake of Senna is 600 mg – 2 grams/day. Senna should always be taken with water. As with any fibre supplement, Senna can alter the absorption of many supplements as well as prescription and OTC medications. Take away from these items.
Senna – Quick Facts
Parts Used
· Leaflet, Pods.
Applications
· Constipation (Acute)
Optimum Dosage
· 6-2 G/Day With Water.
Works Well With
· Ginger, Cinnamon, Mint, Psyllium,
Calcium
/
Magnesium, Aloe Vera
Important Information
· Senna Can Cause Dependency, As Well As Electrolyte Imbalance If Used Long Term. Even Small Doses Of Senna Can Cause Cramping. Do Not Exceed The Recommended Daily Intake And Always Use Under The Supervision Of A Healthcare Professional.
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Senna
By: Naturopathic Doctor (N.D.)
The use of senna as a cathartic or powerful laxative, has been accepted by both the conventional and herbal healthcare community...
Going back as far as the 9th century, individuals have been using senna as a tea or in a powdered form for its medicinal properties.
Senna is native to northern Africa, parts of the Middle East and southern India. Its name has Arabic origins and the first record of senna and its medicinal use comes from the writings of two Arabic physicians.
Traditional Chinese medicine
recommends Senna as a treatment for Atherosclerosis,
constipation, as well as "clearing heat" in the liver and "brightening the eyes". In Indian Ayurvedic medicine, it is known as a remedy for anemia, jaundice, and
bronchitis. Other indications include dysentery, ringworm, fever,
hemorrhoids, wounds, and
dermatitis.
Today, senna is almost exclusively used for the treatment of constipation. Senna's active constituents, anthranoid glycosides, are initially inactive while they pass through the stomach and small intestine. Once these compounds reach the large intestine, however, they are activated and irritate the intestinal lining causing the muscles in the intestinal wall to contract vigorously and rhythmically in waves. Fluid uptake by the cells of the large intestine is also prohibited by these glycosides, allowing for soft and easily passed bowel movements.
Senna is such as powerful laxative that it can cause sharp stomach pains and cramping even at recommended dosages. It is often combined with ginger, mint or cinnamon to relax the muscles of the stomach and gastrointestinal tract and prevent cramping. These herbs also make senna more palatable, as it has a bitter taste which most individuals find unpleasant. If used chronically, senna can cause electrolyte imbalances, and dependency. It is not recommended for long-term use and should always be used under the guidance of a healthcare provider. The recommended daily intake of Senna is 600 mg – 2 grams/day. Senna should always be taken with water. As with any fibre supplement, Senna can alter the absorption of many supplements as well as prescription and OTC medications. Take away from these items.
Senna – Quick Facts
Parts Used
· Leaflet, Pods.
Applications
· Constipation (Acute)
Optimum Dosage
· 6-2 G/Day With Water.
Works Well With
· Ginger, Cinnamon, Mint, Psyllium,
Calcium
/
Magnesium, Aloe Vera
Important Information
· Senna Can Cause Dependency, As Well As Electrolyte Imbalance If Used Long Term. Even Small Doses Of Senna Can Cause Cramping. Do Not Exceed The Recommended Daily Intake And Always Use Under The Supervision Of A Healthcare Professional.
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