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Cleanses
Natural herbal products specially formulated to stimulate specific internal organs in order to improve the body’s ability to eliminate the buildup of toxins which have entered the body from the air we breathe and food we consume.
Cosmeceutical
Refers to cosmetic preparations which have purported combination of health and cosmetic benefits.
Extract {le*}
A liquid form of natural herbal product in which the active ingredients of the herb(s) have been extracted using water/alcohol with a special low heat saturation process. The ratio of herbs to liquid is usually 1:4 - 1:5
Extracts are low in alcohol (6%) and must be refrigerated after opening.
Extract in Glycerin {leg}
Refers to an extract which has been processed using glycerin instead of alcohol. Glycerin-based extracts are completely alcohol free and must be refrigerated after opening.
Formulae
Carefully selected blends of ingredients prepared in a specific method that balances and enhances the medicinal properties of each herbal ingredient.
Natural Product Number (NPN)
This is the eight digit numerical code following the acronym NPN which is assigned to a natural health product approved to be marketed under the Canadian Natural Health Products Regulations.
Nutriceutical
A food or naturally occurring food supplement that is thought to have a beneficial effect on human health.
Tincture {t}
Tinctures are made with a cold extraction process using water and alcohol or vinegar. The ratio of herbs to liquid ranges from 1:3 up to 1:10. Alcohol content is 40-60%.
Tinctures do not need refrigeration and have an indefinite shelf life.
Tincture/Extract {LE}
This is a double extraction. The herb is processed first as a tincture, then as an extract, and then concentrated. Alcohol content is 25-30%.