Herbal formulas should be consumed with caution and preferably at the direction of a healthcare professional who has been trained in herb safety. If you have any undesirable reaction to a tisane (herbal tea) or herbal preparation, consult a professional familiar with both herbal formulas and your health status.

Combining herbal products and prescription medicine should be done with extra caution. Many pharmacists are not familiar with drug-herb interactions and may not warn you about complications of taking the two in combination unless you specifically ask them to find the information.

Bulk herbs are natural products. It is completely normal for variations in color and appearance between one batch and the next. Exposure to air and other factors will also change the appearance of bulk herbs over time.

GENERAL SAFETY

1. Read the preparation instructions carefully and always prepare as directed.
2. Try a single cup of any tea new to you before committing to regular usage.
3. Dilute full-strength tea as needed, but do not brew weak tea to start.
4. Check with your pharmacist before combining tisanes (herbal teas) and prescription or non-prescription drugs.
5. Store loose teas in a sealed container away from light and heat.
6. Do a little research to understand the history and usage of an herb you are taking.
7. Use caution when considering a combination of any separate herbal products.
8. Use glass, ceramic, or steel pots when heating water, instead of aluminum or non-stick cookware.
9. Note that some herbal tea preparations are intended for external application, instead of drinking.
10. Unless supervised by an herbalist or other qualified healthcare professional, stop using any herbal tea that causes your body distress.

Aztec Herbals are wild crafted, sustainably collected, and are free from pesticides and contaminants. As a result, supplies may be limited by seasonal availability and other limits.

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