Tissues, Organs, & Body Systems Affected: Skin, Liver, Gall Bladder, Stomach, Bowels, Blood
 
This tonic is a bacterial infection fighter. It helps purify the blood and liver of wastes and stimulates the functioning of the gallbladder and liver. It has been used for maladies including colds and flu. It has also been used for STDs such as herpes, hepatitis, syphilis and other viral diseases. As a bitter, it stimulates and improves digestive and absorption functions. It treats peptic ulcers, GERD, has a sedative effect on the smooth muscles lining the digestive tract, and can relieve stomach cramps and abdominal pain. It's excellent for skin problems such as psoriasis, acne, allergic rashes, and eczema. It strengthens the immune system and inhibits the growth of certain bacteria and fungi. Oregon Grape root is an anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antibacterial, antioxidant, hepatic, and laxative.