Pain and Sleep Aid ( Lactuca Serriola) 2oz Tincture

Pain & Sleep Aid Tincture - Studies show may aid pain and the latex is used to treat insomnia anxiety and restlessness.

2oz bottle

ingredients: Lactuca Serriola, Menstrum

Tinctures: Tinctures are alcohol extracts of herbs. They act a little more quickly in the body and are very portable. Tinctures can be taken alone or mixed with a little juice or water. Never place in eyes or open orifices or wounds.

History and Folklore:

Lactuca Serriola is also known as poor man's opium because of the aid of pain carring no opium. It has properties that many people agree is fast releiving natural remedy for pain and helps sleep. Lactuca serriola, or prickly lettuce, boasts a rich history from ancient Egypt, where its sap symbolized fertility (Min) and was used for sleep, to Greek temples evolving into a widely used "poor man's opium" for pain, coughs, and insomnia, with its lactucarium (milky sap) historically prized by cultures from India (Kahu) to Persian (Salanam) medicine and even the Navajo, highlighting its journey from a potent medicinal herb to a common weed.

Suggested Servings for Humans

For chronic or maintenance issues, twice daily is usually sufficient. For acute situations, dosing can be done more frequently.

Herbs and Adults suggestions

Tinctures for Adults: 1/4 to 1 teaspoon 2-3 times daily.

Herbs and Children

Don't use herbs in children without consulting a physician.

*These statements have not been verified by the FDA and is only referenced here as a fun fact and/or for historical commentary, is not to be used as medical advice in any way. Consult your doctor before ingesting any herbal product.

None of these items or statements are approved by FDA. Consult your physician before taking any supplement. Do not take herbs or tinctures during pregnancy without consulting your healthcare provider. This product is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease. All information here is for entertainment and educational purposes only.