Bugleweed

Description

Bugleweed

Common name: Bugleweed, Water Horehound, Gypsywort (depending on species)
Botanical name: Lycopus virginicus (commonly), also Lycopus europaeus and other Lycopus species
Origin: Native to North America, Europe, and parts of Asia

Description:

Bugleweed is a perennial herb traditionally used in Western herbal medicine for centuries. The aerial parts (leaves and stems) are harvested during flowering and dried for herbal use. The herb has green leaves with a mild, slightly bitter, earthy taste. Bugleweed is commonly prepared as teas, tinctures, extracts, powders, capsules, and herbal formulations. It has long been valued in traditional herbal practices for supporting overall wellness and maintaining healthy body balance.

Nutritional Value:

Bugleweed contains naturally occurring phenolic compounds, flavonoids, tannins, rosmarinic acid, and other beneficial plant constituents traditionally valued in herbal wellness practices.

Composition:

Rich in phenolic acids (including rosmarinic acid), flavonoids, tannins, lithospermic acid derivatives, triterpenes, and naturally occurring antioxidants. These compounds contribute to bugleweed’s traditional wellness-supporting properties.

Benefits:

* Traditionally used to support overall endocrine and metabolic wellness
* Provides antioxidant protection against oxidative stress
* Traditionally valued for supporting calmness and relaxation
* May help support general cardiovascular and circulatory wellness
* Possesses mild soothing and restorative herbal properties
* Commonly used in traditional Western herbal formulations
* Supports overall wellness and herbal self-care practices

Uses:

* Prepared as herbal tea or infusion
* Used in powders, capsules, extracts, and tinctures
* Incorporated into wellness and relaxation herbal blends
* Combined with other herbs in traditional herbal formulations
* Used in supportive and restorative herbal preparations

Precautions:

* Excessive use may cause mild digestive discomfort in sensitive individuals
* Use cautiously and according to recommended guidance
* Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should consult a healthcare professional before use
* Individuals with thyroid conditions or those taking thyroid medications should consult a healthcare professional before use
* Individuals with existing medical conditions should use under professional guidance

Packaging:

Our herbs are packaged in ziplock bags to avoid spillage.

Storage:

• Keep in a cool, dry place away from moisture, sunlight, and heat
• Store in an airtight container to prevent oxidation and loss of potency

Shelf Life:

• Up to 2 years when stored properly in sealed packaging
• Best potency when consumed within 12–18 months

Note:

No artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. Product is a natural botanical ingredient; color may vary depending on harvest lot and year.

Disclaimer:

This product is a natural food supplement and not evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). It is intended for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Consult a healthcare professional before use if you have allergies or medical conditions

By purchasing, you acknowledge responsibility for safe and appropriate use.