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product_id: 1869416
title: "Essiac Tea Organic - Caffeine Free Herbal Blend, Loose Leaf Burdock Root, Slippery Elm Bark, Sheep Sorrel, & Rhubarb, Certified Kosher, Non-GMO - Bulk 1 lb Bag"
brand: "starwest botanicals"
price: "$66.22"
currency: USD
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reviews_count: 7
category: "Starwest Botanicals"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/1869416-essiac-tea-organic-caffeine-free-herbal-blend-loose-leaf-burdock
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---

# 100% Organic Herbal Blend Sustainably Sourced Worldwide cGMP Certified Quality Essiac Tea Organic - Caffeine Free Herbal Blend, Loose Leaf Burdock Root, Slippery Elm Bark, Sheep Sorrel, & Rhubarb, Certified Kosher, Non-GMO - Bulk 1 lb Bag

**Brand:** starwest botanicals
**Price:** $66.22
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌱 Elevate your daily ritual with the timeless power of pure, organic Essiac tea!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Essiac Tea Organic - Caffeine Free Herbal Blend, Loose Leaf Burdock Root, Slippery Elm Bark, Sheep Sorrel, & Rhubarb, Certified Kosher, Non-GMO - Bulk 1 lb Bag by starwest botanicals
- **How much does it cost?** $66.22 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- starwest botanicals enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted starwest botanicals brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Freshness Locked In:** Resealable mylar bag preserves aroma, potency & freshness for long-lasting premium quality.
- • **Pure Botanical Power:** Harness the natural synergy of burdock root, slippery elm, sheep sorrel & rhubarb for holistic wellness.
- • **Anytime Wellness Ritual:** Caffeine-free formula lets you enjoy a soothing cup morning or night without the jitters.
- • **Certified Clean & Kosher:** USDA Organic & kosher certified to meet the highest purity and ethical standards.
- • **Global Sustainability Commitment:** Sourced responsibly from expert farmers across 50+ countries, supporting ethical agriculture.

## Overview

Starwest Botanicals Essiac Tea is a premium, USDA certified organic and kosher loose leaf herbal blend featuring burdock root, slippery elm bark, sheep sorrel, and rhubarb. This caffeine-free tea supports overall well-being and is sustainably sourced from expert farmers worldwide. Packaged in a resealable mylar bag to maintain freshness and potency, it meets cGMP quality standards, making it a trusted choice for natural wellness enthusiasts.

## Description

1 lb of Organic Essiac Tea, packaged in a resealable mylar bag. Warning: Pregnant women should consult their physician. Should use only stainless steel utensils when preparing this tea. This product contains Rhubarb Root (Rheum palmatum). Read and follow directions carefully. Do not use if you have or develop diarrhea, loose stools, or abdominal pain because Rhubarb Root may worsen these conditions and be harmful to your health. Consult your physician if you have frequent diarrhea or if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition. Individuals with a history of kidney stones should use this herb cautiously. Packaging - to preserve freshness, aroma, and potency, our 1 lb loose teas are packaged in a polyfoil bag with a re-sealable zipper closure, protecting the contents from light exposure and moisture.

Review: Definitely worth a try! - This is a great tea. Despite some comments that it doesn't taste that great, I think it's a matter of individual taste. I have tried it, it wasn't sour, it had a kind of earthy taste. Both my husband and I drank it every morning for a month or so, more to see what it was like than anything else. We used 1 oz of the made tea, then added an ounce of hot water. Yes. it's a hassle to make, but as you only need to do it once every two or three weeks, it's really not bad. And it's boiling it up once, letting it sit overnight, and then getting it hot again, straining and bottling it. No brains needed! I really bought it to take to my sister who lives in South Africa. She is suffering from metastatic breast cancer which has gone into her lungs and bones. She has been on four different chemos over the years, and the one she is using at present is experimental. Her feeling is that she is tired of chemo, doctors, having blood drawn, and wants to stop it all. As a caution, some have mentioned that the 8 herb essiac is better than the 4 herb, this one is the 4 herb. It may be that the 8 herb is better, but if you have breast cancer, depending on whether it is estrogen receptive, one of the herbs in the 8 herb, I believe it's red clover, should not be taken if your cancer is estrogen receptive. A friend who had tried the 8 herb told me that the 8 herb really does taste bad. My sister didn't want to try this at first, but as she was feeling so bad, she asked me to make it up for her. I did, using just half the amount of herbs and water mentioned on the packet, as it will last quite a while. We asked family to save bottles with screw on caps and used those to store the tea. She got up in the night to take 1 oz from the pot as she wanted to get started. She started taking just 1 oz three times per day, and after a couple of weeks increased that a bit to about 2 oz. She just drinks it straight and cold, but drinks plenty of water during the day. And she says she actually likes the taste of it. By the third day of taking it she said she was feeling so much better. She wasn't taking a nap in the morning and afternoon as she had been. She was down to just one nap per day! She had also been coughing badly, unable to get her breath. After a week, she was only coughing occasionally. She kept telling me how much better she felt. I was also making a smoothie for us every evening that was full of fruit and vegetables, so I have to credit that for some of the improvement. She had blood drawn while I was there to check her tumor markers. On chemo alone they were normally coming down by 10 points every month. She was sure that they would have come down more because she was feeling so much better. Well, they had only come down by 9, so she was disappointed. But at the beginning of November she had them checked again - and they had come down by 19 points! She was very pleased, as they had never come down by that much in a month before. The doctor was pleased too, though he doesn't know she is taking essiac at the same time as chemo. The information I had found for her stated that essiac tea would not affect chemo, but that the chemo might lessen the effectiveness of the essiac. So we don't yet know how well she will continue to do. I will try to update this from time to time with her progress, or lack of. But what I can say is that based on what I have seen with her, it is worth a try, as even if it doesn't cure her, it has made her quality of life much more comfortable.
Review: Keeps my dog's lupus symptoms under control - My dog became diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus (the severe form) at the age of 6, and I'm willing to bet this was due to her dog food. We were feeding her Purina, and it wasn't until recently (and the hard way) that I learned just how terrible most commercial dog food is. Her symptoms included: crusting/scabbing on her nose, limping in back legs, extreme lethargy, depression and loss of interest in playtime/walks, and decreased appetite. She most definitely was not her usual happy and playful self. The recommended treatment for autoimmune disorders such as lupus is prescription steroids to suppress the now out-of-whack and over-reactive immune system. Life expectancy via treatment with steroids is very poor, with 40% of dogs dying within a year by way of organ failure, typically the kidneys. Additionally, once you start steroids, you must administer them for the remainder of the dog's life. Once given, they permanently weaken the immune system. They are expensive on top of that, so many owners unfortunately have to choose between coughing up the money for the drugs or putting their pet down. I was strongly opposed to putting my dog on steroids as I don't think anyone's immune system (human or dog) should be suppressed. Rather, it should be supported so that it can function properly, which is where Essiac comes in. Plus, Western medicine fails miserably when it comes to chronic conditions, so I tend to shy away from it in such cases. It focuses on symptom control and thus rarely ever fixes the root of the problem. The day I received her diagnosis, I immediately switched my dog to a raw diet and supplemented her with Essiac daily. She began showing signs of improvement immediately, although a bit slow. Her limping was the first symptom to go, and disappeared within a few days. With time, her energy levels increased, she appeared more lively and happy, and her crusting/scabbing drastically decreased in severity. I initially had trouble getting her to drink all the tea as she didn't have an appetite, but she now gladly gulps it down, every last drop. She knows what's good for her :) This is the third month since being diagnosed and she continues to improve. She recently started sprinting, which she hasn't done since being diagnosed. We went from going on daily walks to daily runs that are slowly increasing in pace and duration before she begins to fatigue. Although she still isn't completely back to her former self (and may never be) she is doing MUCH MUCH better and her lupus symptoms appear to be under control. And this sure beats giving her steroids. Although I believe both a diet change and Essiac have contributed heavily to her improved health, the Essiac is definitely the main reason behind her significant improvement. About 1.5 weeks after starting her on Essiac, I ran out, and so my dog had to go 4 or 5 days without it before I was able to order a new package from desertcart. During this time, her lupus-related symptoms were showing signs of return: she began showing issues with her legs again; the scabbing on her nose increased; and her energy levels decreased. As soon as I put her back on Essiac, she was back on the road to improvement :) With that said, I will most definitely continue to supplement my dog with Essiac daily for the rest of her time with us. It has worked wonders for our pup and has put her on the road to recovery :) UPDATE (12/16/14) It has been 8 months since my dog first became diagnosed with lupus. I continue to supplement her with Essiac daily. She is alive and well and her energy levels have returned to her former state. All of her symptoms but one have disappeared: she still gets scabbing on her nose that sometimes bleeds. I have tried several different remedies to improve the condition of her nose, including black currant oil, neem oil, coconut oil, homeopathic pellets, rosemary, basil, and pulverized black seed (Nigella Sativa). Black seed seems to have slightly improved the scabbing, but the other remedies have been of no help. I am still experimenting with dosage, however, as black seed has a potent peppery smell and taste and I don't want to overwhelm my dog's meals with it. In the meantime I apply coconut oil to moisturize her nose. It doesn't hurt that she loves the taste.

## Features

- LOOSE LEAF ESSIAC TEA: Essiac tea is a superstar in the natural wellness world, known to support overall well being. It's caffeine-free so you can enjoy it any time of day, morning or night
- ORIGINAL HERBAL BLEND: This earthy herbal tea is a blend of botanicals including burdock root, slippery elm, sheep sorrel, and Indian rhubarb for a naturally soothing botanical infusion.
- USDA CERTIFIED ORGANIC: Our essiac tea is certified organic and kosher to meet strict processing standards and to offer a naturally sourced option that you can rely on.
- PREMIUM QUALITY: Our essiac tea is cGMP compliant and meets high safety and quality standards to ensure a trusted ingredient for your recipes.
- STARWEST SUSTAINABILITY: With a commitment to responsible sourcing, Starwest Botanicals works with expert farmers across over 50 countries to provide carefully cultivated herbs, spices, and teas.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN  | B003AYEHUM |
| Best Sellers Rank | #14,307 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ( See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ) #365 in Herbal Tea |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (2,895) |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item model number  | 401103-71 |
| Manufacturer  | Starwest Botanicals |
| Product Dimensions  | 6 x 5 x 4 inches; 2.93 ounces |
| UPC  | 767963084040 |
| Units  | 16.0 Ounce |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Starwest Botanicals
- **Flavor:** Sorrel
- **Item Form:** Loose Leaves
- **Tea Variety:** Burdock Root
- **Unit Count:** 16.0 Ounce

## Images

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## Available Options

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: What is the shelf life of the contents of the bag when not opened, and then when opened, and how is the best way to store it in each scenario?**
A: We keep it in the original bag out of heat and sun.Dont know shelf life because it doesn't stay unused long. Hope this helps you God Bless 

**Q: I heard essiac tea is not effective without sheep sorrel root. why is that not used??**
A: I contacted the company and it was verified that the root is not used, only leaves and stems.  While this does not completely invalidate the benefits of the tea, it is better when whole plant Sheep Sorrell, including 25% root is used.  For the person challenging this with regards to the handwritten recipe, that is correct that it was not included on the recipe.  However,  Barbara Kokotsis, who provided herbs to Rene Caisse and was a recipient later of the instructions and handwritten letter verified via interview in the early 80's that the whole plant was essential.  Not including the root doesn't invalidate, it is just much more effective for cancer patients when this portion is included.  It also increases the cost of the product to use whole plant v. only leaves and stems, therefore, many companies do not to keep cost down.

**Q: How does this compare to other Essiac Teas?**
A: Hey Doug, I haven't tried anything premade. With this product (the directions are on the package) you basiclly make your own tea and there is enough product to make over 2 gallons of tea in each package. I have been plauged with skin cancer for over 30 years and it is almost completely eradicated ofter 3 months use. In addition to drinking it I also wipe it directly on my face. Really like a miracle. I also got my emotions under control because the cancer always got worse when I was upset. Good luck buddy. Joe

**Q: what is country of origin for this?**
A: I contacted Starwest Botanicals regarding the origin of the herbs used. This is the response:

burdock root: Croatia
sheep sorel: US
slippery elm: US
rhubarb root: China

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Definitely worth a try!
*by P***W on November 20, 2013*

This is a great tea. Despite some comments that it doesn't taste that great, I think it's a matter of individual taste. I have tried it, it wasn't sour, it had a kind of earthy taste. Both my husband and I drank it every morning for a month or so, more to see what it was like than anything else. We used 1 oz of the made tea, then added an ounce of hot water. Yes. it's a hassle to make, but as you only need to do it once every two or three weeks, it's really not bad. And it's boiling it up once, letting it sit overnight, and then getting it hot again, straining and bottling it. No brains needed! I really bought it to take to my sister who lives in South Africa. She is suffering from metastatic breast cancer which has gone into her lungs and bones. She has been on four different chemos over the years, and the one she is using at present is experimental. Her feeling is that she is tired of chemo, doctors, having blood drawn, and wants to stop it all. As a caution, some have mentioned that the 8 herb essiac is better than the 4 herb, this one is the 4 herb. It may be that the 8 herb is better, but if you have breast cancer, depending on whether it is estrogen receptive, one of the herbs in the 8 herb, I believe it's red clover, should not be taken if your cancer is estrogen receptive. A friend who had tried the 8 herb told me that the 8 herb really does taste bad. My sister didn't want to try this at first, but as she was feeling so bad, she asked me to make it up for her. I did, using just half the amount of herbs and water mentioned on the packet, as it will last quite a while. We asked family to save bottles with screw on caps and used those to store the tea. She got up in the night to take 1 oz from the pot as she wanted to get started. She started taking just 1 oz three times per day, and after a couple of weeks increased that a bit to about 2 oz. She just drinks it straight and cold, but drinks plenty of water during the day. And she says she actually likes the taste of it. By the third day of taking it she said she was feeling so much better. She wasn't taking a nap in the morning and afternoon as she had been. She was down to just one nap per day! She had also been coughing badly, unable to get her breath. After a week, she was only coughing occasionally. She kept telling me how much better she felt. I was also making a smoothie for us every evening that was full of fruit and vegetables, so I have to credit that for some of the improvement. She had blood drawn while I was there to check her tumor markers. On chemo alone they were normally coming down by 10 points every month. She was sure that they would have come down more because she was feeling so much better. Well, they had only come down by 9, so she was disappointed. But at the beginning of November she had them checked again - and they had come down by 19 points! She was very pleased, as they had never come down by that much in a month before. The doctor was pleased too, though he doesn't know she is taking essiac at the same time as chemo. The information I had found for her stated that essiac tea would not affect chemo, but that the chemo might lessen the effectiveness of the essiac. So we don't yet know how well she will continue to do. I will try to update this from time to time with her progress, or lack of. But what I can say is that based on what I have seen with her, it is worth a try, as even if it doesn't cure her, it has made her quality of life much more comfortable.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Keeps my dog's lupus symptoms under control
*by D***A on June 9, 2014*

My dog became diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus (the severe form) at the age of 6, and I'm willing to bet this was due to her dog food. We were feeding her Purina, and it wasn't until recently (and the hard way) that I learned just how terrible most commercial dog food is. Her symptoms included: crusting/scabbing on her nose, limping in back legs, extreme lethargy, depression and loss of interest in playtime/walks, and decreased appetite. She most definitely was not her usual happy and playful self. The recommended treatment for autoimmune disorders such as lupus is prescription steroids to suppress the now out-of-whack and over-reactive immune system. Life expectancy via treatment with steroids is very poor, with 40% of dogs dying within a year by way of organ failure, typically the kidneys. Additionally, once you start steroids, you must administer them for the remainder of the dog's life. Once given, they permanently weaken the immune system. They are expensive on top of that, so many owners unfortunately have to choose between coughing up the money for the drugs or putting their pet down. I was strongly opposed to putting my dog on steroids as I don't think anyone's immune system (human or dog) should be suppressed. Rather, it should be supported so that it can function properly, which is where Essiac comes in. Plus, Western medicine fails miserably when it comes to chronic conditions, so I tend to shy away from it in such cases. It focuses on symptom control and thus rarely ever fixes the root of the problem. The day I received her diagnosis, I immediately switched my dog to a raw diet and supplemented her with Essiac daily. She began showing signs of improvement immediately, although a bit slow. Her limping was the first symptom to go, and disappeared within a few days. With time, her energy levels increased, she appeared more lively and happy, and her crusting/scabbing drastically decreased in severity. I initially had trouble getting her to drink all the tea as she didn't have an appetite, but she now gladly gulps it down, every last drop. She knows what's good for her :) This is the third month since being diagnosed and she continues to improve. She recently started sprinting, which she hasn't done since being diagnosed. We went from going on daily walks to daily runs that are slowly increasing in pace and duration before she begins to fatigue. Although she still isn't completely back to her former self (and may never be) she is doing MUCH MUCH better and her lupus symptoms appear to be under control. And this sure beats giving her steroids. Although I believe both a diet change and Essiac have contributed heavily to her improved health, the Essiac is definitely the main reason behind her significant improvement. About 1.5 weeks after starting her on Essiac, I ran out, and so my dog had to go 4 or 5 days without it before I was able to order a new package from Amazon. During this time, her lupus-related symptoms were showing signs of return: she began showing issues with her legs again; the scabbing on her nose increased; and her energy levels decreased. As soon as I put her back on Essiac, she was back on the road to improvement :) With that said, I will most definitely continue to supplement my dog with Essiac daily for the rest of her time with us. It has worked wonders for our pup and has put her on the road to recovery :) UPDATE (12/16/14) It has been 8 months since my dog first became diagnosed with lupus. I continue to supplement her with Essiac daily. She is alive and well and her energy levels have returned to her former state. All of her symptoms but one have disappeared: she still gets scabbing on her nose that sometimes bleeds. I have tried several different remedies to improve the condition of her nose, including black currant oil, neem oil, coconut oil, homeopathic pellets, rosemary, basil, and pulverized black seed (Nigella Sativa). Black seed seems to have slightly improved the scabbing, but the other remedies have been of no help. I am still experimenting with dosage, however, as black seed has a potent peppery smell and taste and I don't want to overwhelm my dog's meals with it. In the meantime I apply coconut oil to moisturize her nose. It doesn't hurt that she loves the taste.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by P***R on November 25, 2023*

I deal with this company life time all ways trustworthy service and excellent quality products am thankful for this company service

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