Swedish Bitters
The Original Digestive Tonic
Swedish Bitters elixir, a long established herbal supplement, brought to the world’s attention again by Maria Treben, a distinguished Austrian Herbalist, is once again gaining increasing popularity as a digestive aid. The herbal combination also has gentle cleansing properties which help support the body’s vital forces.
Why You Need to Eat More Bitter Foods
Modern science is increasingly validating traditional Chinese wisdom that emphasizes the health benefits of bitter foods. Recent research reveals that bitterness in the diet plays a crucial role in metabolic health, preventing obesity, reducing inflammation and improving digestion and detoxification.
Today’s Western diet, dominated by sweet and processed foods, may have quietly engineered out a class of compounds the body depends on. The absence of bitter compounds from our plates, researchers now suggest, may contribute to dysfunctional hormonal signaling that promotes fat storage and chronic inflammation.
Restoring bitterness through dietary choices could revitalize signaling pathways, supporting metabolic health and reducing the risk of related chronic diseases.
In traditional Chinese medicine, bitter foods stimulate the intestines and the heart.
Modern science is now uncovering the molecular basis for these effects, demonstrating that bitter phytochemicals activate specific receptors that regulate gene expression and immune responses.
These receptors are not limited to the tongue; they are also present throughout the digestive tract, where they serve as sensors that trigger hormonal responses. When stimulated by bitter phytochemicals, they promote the release of hormones that regulate inflammation, insulin sensitivity, and appetite.
One of the key hormones affected by bitter compounds is glucagon-like peptide-1, the same hormone targeted by weight-loss drugs such as Ozempic.
Bitterness activates type two taste receptors in the gut, which stimulate glucagon-like peptide-1 release and not only help control hunger, but also enhance metabolic processes related to energy expenditure and fat storage.
ALOE (CAPENSIS)
ANGELICA
RHUBARB
SENNA
THERIAC VENEZIAN
BLACKSNAKE ROOT
MALABAR CARDOMOM
VALERIAN RT
ZEDVOARY RT
CARLINE THISTLE
MYRRH
CAMPHOR
MANNA
SAFFRON
Shake well before use.
Adults: 1 teaspoon (5ml) in a cup of water, herb tea or fruit juice before meals 2 or 3 times daily.
Store in a cool dark place.
Warning:
Not to be taken if pregnant or during lactation. Keep out of reach of children.
Free from Artificial colours, flavours and preservatives.
Please note: Supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet and healthy lifestyle. Results may vary between individuals. Each individual’s dietary needs and restrictions are unique to the individual. Information is provided based on my experience alone. You are ultimately responsible for all decisions pertaining to your health.
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