Sheep Sorrel – Rumex acetosella

Description

Sheep Sorrel

Common name: Sheep Sorrel, Red Sorrel, Field Sorrel
Botanical name: Rumex acetosella
Origin: Native to Europe and Asia; now widely naturalized across North America and other temperate regions

Description:

Sheep Sorrel is a perennial herb traditionally used in European and North American herbal medicine for centuries. The leaves and aerial parts are harvested, carefully dried, and used in herbal preparations. The dried herb is green to reddish-green in color with a mildly sour, tangy taste due to its natural oxalic acid content. Sheep Sorrel is commonly prepared as herbal teas, extracts, tinctures, powders, capsules, and herbal formulations. It has long been valued for supporting overall wellness, digestive health, and traditional cleansing practices.

Nutritional Value:

Sheep Sorrel contains naturally occurring flavonoids, tannins, anthraquinones, phenolic compounds, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that contribute to its traditional wellness-supporting properties.

Composition:

Rich in flavonoids, anthraquinones, tannins, phenolic compounds, chlorophyll, organic acids (including oxalic acid), essential plant compounds, and naturally occurring antioxidants. These constituents contribute to Sheep Sorrel’s traditional antioxidant and wellness-supporting properties.

Benefits:

* Traditionally used to support overall wellness
* Provides antioxidant protection against oxidative stress
* Traditionally valued for supporting healthy digestion
* Traditionally used in herbal cleansing and wellness formulations
* Possesses soothing and restorative herbal properties
* Commonly used in traditional European and North American herbal medicine
* Supports general herbal wellness and self-care practices

Uses:

* Prepared as herbal tea or infusion
* Used in powders, capsules, extracts, and tinctures
* Incorporated into herbal wellness and cleansing 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.
* Sheep Sorrel naturally contains oxalic acid; excessive intake may increase the risk of kidney stone formation in susceptible individuals.
* Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should consult a healthcare professional before use.
* Individuals with kidney disease, a history of kidney stones, or other existing medical conditions should consult a healthcare professional before use.
* Use according to recommended 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.