Herb Lore - Poke Root Tincture

Poke Root  1/2 oz. tinctureThis herb is specific for mastitis (breast infection) or threatened mastitis. It usually works in a day or two and is extremely effective. This product is one of our most popular, as it gives quick results and has eliminated the need for antibiotics in almost every case. It is available in an alcohol-based tincture only. Because only 2-4 DROPS (not droppersful) are used at a time, a small bottle will last a very long time.  Another suggestion:  Warm a pot of water. Put 4-6 droppersful (not drops) into the pot of water. A dropperful is the amount that is drawn up into the glass pipette when the droppertop bulb is squeezed. It will usually fill it about 1/2 way. Soak a clean white cloth in the Poke Root water, squeeze out the excess, and apply to the sore or plugged area of the breast. Make it warm, but be careful not to burn the skin. This method, known as a compress, works extremely well in cases of plugged ducts, even if it hasn't become an actual breast inf