By Ella O.; Nutrition Advisor
Hyssop Herb Highlight
Hyssop is a flowering plant that has had a long history of traditional use. The herb has been used for centuries in folklore to support the respiratory system especially in the case of cough, common cold, catarrh and sore throat. It has also been historically used to aid digestion and support relaxation.*
A member of the mint family (Lamiaceae), hyssop is an aromatic plant native to southern Europe and Asia. It presents distinctive violet-blue flowers (some varieties are pink or white). Blossoming in the Summertime, the flora often attracts honeybees. The fragrant flowers have a pleasant minty odour.
In traditional herbalism the flowers and aerial parts of hyssop have been used in preparations designed to support the body in expelling excess mucus from the respiratory system, to help the body to remove excess catarrh built up in the sinuses, and generally support the respiratory system in the case of coughs and common colds.
Hyssop also has a history of use as a culinary herb and can be found as one of the major ingredients in the famous French liqueur Bénédictine.
Research has looked into the antioxidant activity of various polyphenolic compounds and flavonoids found within hyssop. The natural constituents of hyssop include volatile oils, monoterpenes (including pinocamphone), sequiterpenes, bitters, flavonoids and tannins.
Hyssop is a name of Greek origin, true hyssop has the botanical name Hyssopus Officinalis not to be confused with the similar named plants; Anise Hyssop (Agastache foeniculum) or Water Hyssop (Bacopa).
Nature’s Answer brings you Hyssop (hyssopus officinalis), in their alcohol-free concentrated, liquid extract.
Nature’s Answer captures the Holistic Balance® of each herb, using carefully controlled cold-extraction techniques. This enables the plant to retain its natural active components and avoids the commonly used harsh solvents or heat. Nature’s Answer Hyssop fluid extract is Certified Gluten- free, suitable for Vegetarians and Vegans and contains absolutely no GMO’s.
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*For information purposes only. Any claims are based on clinical research, are not aimed to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Food supplements should be used within the framework of a healthy lifestyle and not used as substitutes of a varied and balanced diet. Not suitable for children or in pregnancy or lactation. Avoid if you have epilepsy or high blood pressure.
References:
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The New Holistic Herbal (David Hoffman)
