Herb of the Month: Goldenseal

This plant is worth its weight in gold. Goldenseal is often hailed as one of the most valuable and useful herbs available. One of the primary properties of goldenseal is its ability to help the mucous membranes, greatly benefiting the sinuses. However, it affects almost every body system and organ, and it's been widely used for a variety of ailments throughout the ages. It can be used topically and internally and is often used as an eye wash. The flavor is quite strong, and a very little bit goes a long way, so you'll find it mixed with other herbs in most cases.  

Traditional Herbal Uses of Goldenseal

Hydrastis canadensis

• Cold and Flu
• Eye Wash
• Inflammation
• Liver Support
• Skin
• Stomach Ailments
• Urinary Tract Support  
• Much More!!

Harvesting Goldenseal

The roots of goldenseal are typically used in herbal preparations. This plant grows in the mountains- particularly in moist forest areas. It takes three years for a goldenseal plant to be ready to harvest. Unfortunately, it has been overharvested and is in danger of extinction in the wild. Most of the goldenseal used by herbalists has been cultivated. Unlike some herbs, wildcrafted goldenseal is not recommended. Please do not harvest wild goldenseal!  Oregon Grape is a suitable substitute in many preparations. 

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We use Goldenseal in:

Soothing Salve - topical salve for cuts, burns, bites, and more. Smells delightful and works fast! 

When we go for a long hike, it's all we take for first aid other than bandages. It's such an amazing product. E.H.

Hear No Evil- fast-acting ear drops. Contains the classic mullein and garlic ear oil combo with added herbs like goldenseal and essential oils like tea tree. 

This is the absolute best product ever! I always keep at least a couple bottles on hand and even one in my purse! Tami O.

Triple Echinacea & Goldenseal- our powerful immune support formula.  Often used with Scout Out and Sinus Minus during times of illness. 

This product has been my husband's "go-to" for years. When we ran out a few years ago, he kept reminding me until we got more! Susan C. 

Sinus Minus- contains herbs traditionally used for deep sinus and lung support. Also popular with our customers who deal with asthma and hayfever. 

Truly a miracle. I've had it ever since I was a little girl, and my mom always kept it on hand for us kids. It was one of the first herbals I bought for my own family. Emma S. 

Scout Out- herbal "antibiotic tonic." This is a formula passed down to us by Cherokee herbalist Medicine Bear. It's a staple for many of our customers! 

I always want to have this on hand! My kids take it easily. Samantha K. 

We combine Scout Out with Hear No Evil in our Earache Relief Wellness Kit if you're looking for more synergistic support! 

Scout Out & Hear No Evil are 10% off this month as part of our
Herbal Medicine Chest Essentials Monthly Special

Simply add them to your cart, and the discount will be applied. These formulas are available from $9.95 and come in TSA-approved travel-size bottles for easy transport.

Want to save even more?
Volume discounts also apply. Order over $100 and save an extra 5%, or order over $200 and save another 10%!

Note: Do not use products containing goldenseal for more than 10 days in a row.

Learn more:

Herb of the Day: Oregon Grape
Soothing Salve- A Must-Have for Spring & Summer
Summer Must Have Guide