the Original Essiac® formula

The Original Essiac® formula is a "proprietary" combination of 4 herbs (not 8 herbs).

The herbs in ESSIAC® are grown specifically for Essiac Canada International which are harvested at peak times in order to ensure maximum botanical potency. ESSIAC® is produced to a pharmaceutical grade certification and is approved by Health Canada.
BURDOCK ROOT

BURDOCK ROOT (Arctium lappa)

Used traditionally to help maintain a healthy gastrointestinal tract, helps support a healthy immune response.*

SLIPPERY ELM inner bark

SLIPPERY ELM inner bark (Ulmus Fulva)

The tannins and muciliages in Slippery Elm inner bark are believed to facilitate the healthy elimination of mucus in the body.*

SHEEP SORREL

SHEEP SORREL (Rumex Acetosella)

Used in traditional folk herbalism to help cool the body, this herbs helps support normal waste elimination in kidneys.*

INDIAN RHUBARB ROOT

INDIAN RHUBARB ROOT (Rheum Officinale)

Used traditionally in small amounts, this herb helps support normal waste elimination in the liver.* The original formula is made with Indian Rhubarb Root and NOT Turkey Rhubarb Root

Authentic ESSIAC® or a Counterfeit?
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