Herbal Tincture FAQs

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What is a Tincture?

​Tinctures are concentrated liquids taken orally (by mouth) in which a solvent such as alcohol, is used to extract the herbal properties from the plant material.

 

• Do not think of tinctures as magic bullets.  Although some herbs may have an immediate effect, the best results will come from consistent use, coupled with a clean diet, sufficient rest, and regular exercise. Help the Herbs Help You!

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• Building herbs and herbs that are nutritive in nature can take months of use, along with lifestyle changes before you see a difference (similar to a multi-vitamin). Be mindful that just because you do not readily notice changes, it doesn’t mean the herbs aren’t working.  Your body needs time to acclimate. (Observe how your mind and body feel prior to incorporating tinctures into your daily regimen and compare throughout as your body merges with the herbs)

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How Do You Take a Tincture?

Tinctures are usually taken by the dropperful (also known as a squeeze).  A dropperful is the amount of liquid that fills the glass tube when the bulb on the dropper top is squeezed and released.  A dropperful equals approximately 30 drops.

 

• When taking tinctures, it is best to squeeze the drops under the tongue.  This incorporates the herbs directly into the bloodstream.  However, if necessary, it’s also fine to dilute in a small amount (2oz) of water or juice.

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Can I take more than one tincture at a time?

Yes, however Wawa Aba recommends allowing yourself at least a few minutes before taking a second tincture and so on, so as not to overwhelm your yourself.

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Are Tinctures Safe for Pregnant or Nursing Women?  How About Children and Babies?

Yes, tinctures are fine for pregnant and nursing women (depending on the herb(s) used). 

• One dose of a tincture has approximately the same alcohol content as eating a very ripe banana. 

• Wawa Aba does not recommend giving herbal tinctures to children under the age of 6mos.  Even then, care should be taken to give doses in drops not dropperfuls.

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Note(s):

• It’s good practice to give your system a break from herbal supplements so that the body does not get overwhelmed.  This also applies to herbal tinctures.  One rule of thumb is 8 weeks on and 1 week off to ensure the herbs remain effective.

 

• Wawa Aba only uses organically grown or wildcrafted herbs in our products.

 

• Wawa Aba recommends you exercise your own due diligence by researching any health condition(s) you may have along with the herbs, herbal supplements, or remedies you may be considering prior to use.

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*When healing the body, a Plant-based diet is suggested for optimal results.

 

Disclaimer:

None of the above statements have been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is NOT intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, and is for informational purposes not intended as medical advice.

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