Essiac tea is a gentle, healing mix for many health issues. It is supportive in the treatment of cancer, arthritis, gout, liver disorders, ulcers, bowel disorders and irritated skin conditions. The four herbs in Essiac work together to rid the body of toxins, heavy metals and to boost the immune system.

The four herbs in the Essiac mix are Sheep's sorrel, Burdock root, Slippery elm and Rhubarb root. The blend was originally formulated by a traditional healer from the Ojibwa tribe in Canada many years ago and handed down to a Canadian nurse named Rene Casse. She used the formula with historical success in the management and treatment of cancer for many years. The four herbs are decocted (or simmered) in spring water, allowed to stand for 12 hours, then strained and bottled in a sterile environment. The tea can be taken on a daily basis in times of illness or when the body is coping with stress.

Our Essiac tea is made fresh to order. This means you get the best possible benefits from it. It comes in 500ml glass bottles and once opened it stays fresh in the fridge for 2 to 3 weeks. It lasts for months if kept unopened in the fridge, so ordering 2 bottles can save on postage and a 13% discount. Allow 3 days for your order to arrive.

The four herbs in Essiac Tea and how they work

Sheep Sorrel:

Sorrel plants have been a folk remedy for cancer for centuries both in Europe and America. Sheep Sorrel has been observed by researchers to break down tumors, and alleviate some chronic conditions and degenerative diseases. It contains high amounts of vitamins A and B complex, C, D, E, K, P and vitamin U. It is also rich in minerals, including calcium, chlorine, iron, magnesium, silicon, sodium, sulphur, and has trace amounts of copper, iodine, manganese and zinc. The combination of these vitamins and minerals nourishes all of the glands of the body. Sheep Sorrel also contains carotenoids and chlorophyll. Chlorophyll carries oxygen throughout the bloodstream. Diseased cells do not live in the presence of oxygen. Sorrel also has citric, malic, oxalic, tannic and tartaric acids.

Sorrel relieves inflammation by cleansing and strengthening the system. It breaks down tissue masses and other deposits that are foreign to the body.

It also reduces the damage of radiation burns and increases resistance to X-rays.

It aids in the removal of foreign deposits from the walls of the blood vessels and purifies the liver, stimulates the growth of new tissue, reduces inflammation of the pancreas, raises the oxygen level of the tissue cells.

Burdock Root

This root is a staple of Japanese and nutritive macrobiotic diets; an antioxidant & anti-mutagen. Used as a mild diuretic and for treating swelling and fever. The root of Burdock is a powerful blood purifier. It clears congestion in respiratory, lymphatic, urinary and circulatory systems. It promotes the flow of bile, and eliminates excess fluid in the body. It stimulates the elimination of toxic wastes, relieves liver malfunctions, and improves digestion. The Chinese use Burdock Root as an aphrodisiac, tonic, and rejuvenator. It assists in removing infection from the urinary tract, the liver, and the gallbladder. It expels toxins through the skin and urine. It is good against arthritis and rheumatism.

Burdock Root contains vitamins A, B complex, C, E, and P. It contains high amounts of chromium, cobalt, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, silicon, and zinc, and lesser amounts of calcium, copper, manganese, and selenium. Much of the Burdock Roots curative power is attributed to its principal ingredient of Inulin, which helps to strengthen vital organs, especially the liver, pancreas, and spleen.

Slippery Elm

Slippery Elm Bark is widely known throughout the world as a herbal remedy. As a tonic it is known for its ability to sooth and strengthen the organs, tissues, and mucous membranes, especially the lungs and stomach. It promotes fast healing of cuts, burns, ulcers and wounds. It revitalizes the entire body.

It contains, as its primary ingredient, mucilage, as well as quantities of garlic acid, phenols, starches, sugars, vitamins A, B complex, C, K, and P. It contains large amounts of calcium, magnesium, and sodium, as well as lesser amounts of chromium and selenium, and trace amounts of iron, phosphorous, silicon and zinc.

Slippery Elm Bark is known among herbalists for its ability to cleanse, and strengthen the body.

Rhubarb Root:

Rhubarb, also a well known herb, has been used worldwide since 220 BC as a medicine.

The Rhubarb root exerts a gentle laxative action by stimulating the secretion of bile into the intestines. It also stimulates the gall duct to expel toxic waste matter, thus purging the body of waste bile and food. As a result, the liver is cleansed, and chronic liver problems are relieved.

Rhubarb root contains vitamin A, many of the B complex, C, and P. Its high mineral content includes calcium, chlorine, copper, iodine, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, silicon, sodium, sulfur, and zinc.