Shepherd's purse (Capsella Bursa-Pastoris) is a flowering plant belonging to the mustard family. Native to Asia and parts of Eastern Europe, shepherd's purse is often used for culinary purposes, especially in Asian cuisine. In the West, it is widely used in herbal medicine to help in many health conditions. Shepherd's purse contains fumaric acid and sulforaphane, substances that offer antioxidant effects, as well as phenols and flavonoids. Preparation Pour fresh, boiling water (1,5dl) over one tbsp (2g) of Shepherds Purse Herb. Cover and steep for 5-8 minutes. Sweeten to your taste. Consume 2-3 cups a day. INGREDIENTS 100% Shepherds Purse Herb / Capsella Bursa-Pastoris DIRECTIONS Pour fresh, boiling water (1,5dl) over one tbsp (2g) of Shepherds Purse Herb. Cover and steep for 5-8 minutes. Sweeten to your taste. Consume 2-3 cups a day. SAFETY WARNING Please consult with your doctor or other qualified health care professional before beginning any nutritional program or diet. Keep away from children. Do not exceed the recommended daily intake and do not use it as the only source of food. Do not use if sensitive, allergic to any of the ingredients. Store on room temperature, do not expose to direct sun light. Food supplements should not replace a balanced diet or healthy lifestyle. See moreWith 40 years of experience Mecsek Tea is a reputable leader in the European market where products are made exclusively from natural ingredients, without the use of artificial colouring or preservatives. Mecsek Tea gives the highest priority to packaging optimization and reduction. The Eco-friendly packaging means no plastic packaging, zip locks bags or foiled bags. Mecsek Tea is located at the foot of the Mecsek Mountains, in an environment with a special Mediterranean climate, where there is a long tradition of the production and collection of herbs. This tea is 100% natural, no additives, or artificial flavourings. The ingredients used in our harmonious blends are carefully analysed by our own quality control facility. At Mecsek Tea quality is our highest priority form the leaf to your cup. Drawing 40 years of experience and a passion for tea, Mecsek Tea never settles for less than the best. Shepherd's purse contains fumaric acid and sulforaphane, substances that offer antioxidant effects, as well as phenols and flavonoids known to exert anti-inflammatory properties. Alternative medicine practitioners believe these properties can be used to help alleviate inflammation, improve blood circulation and normal hormonal balance. Shepherd's purse (Capsella Bursa-Pastoris) is a flowering plant belonging to the mustard family. Native to Asia and parts of Eastern Europe, shepherd's purse is often used for culinary purposes, especially in Asian cuisine. In the West, it is widely used in herbal medicine to help in different health conditions.