Ghost Pipe Tincture 1oz

Use, Effects, and Dosage
It is hard to find information on this plant regarding scientific study, other than taxonomy, but we have included some writings from respected herbalists. Still, it is recommended that you continue your own research and consult with a naturopath or other healthcare professional for guidance.

For Physical Pain
Effects: Ghost Pipe addresses intense physical pain by reducing the sensitivity to pain stimuli as an antinociceptive --a sensory input modulator. According to herbalist and ethnobotonist David Winston, it is not your normal analgesic. He describes it as allowing the acceptance of the pain, knowing that it is there, but simply feeling as though you don't care because it raises the pain threshold. He goes on to say, "I find that Ghost Pipe often makes people feel more grounded and present in the moment when their overwhelming pain has been dominating their experience of their bodies and the world."

In the book, "Healing Lyme Disease Coinfections", Stephen H. Buhner includes Indian Pipe as one of the primary herbs for relief from Lyme disease coinfection pain.

Dosage: Most herbalists suggest starting with 3 drops to see if the effects will be felt in 15-30 minutes. According to David Winston, for extreme pain, take up to 20 drops per dose. Stephen H. Buhner noted in his book a dosage recommendation of 30 drops, up to 6 x per day, for Lyme Disease coinfection pain.

For Anxiety and Emotional Pain
Effects: Similarly, as with the description for physical pain, Monotropa uniflora is reported to help with bringing down the intensity of feelings to a level of observation in order to appropriately deal with the cause of the anxiety.

According to renowned herbalist and author Stephen H. Buhner, his experience with Monotropa uniflora to address symptoms of Lyme Disease is as follows: “Indian Pipe tincture combats random bouts of sadness, as well as acute anxiety and panic attacks that result from an overload of sensory data or external input. Therefore, it is often helpful in cases of acute onset of anxiety or panic due to over-stimulation from auditory or visual stimuli, which is not uncommon in people with neurological Lyme disease. It may also reduce the anxiety that occurs when a person is trying to process an overwhelming amount of treatment information, thereby enabling them to make more sound decisions regarding what protocol is best suited for their individual needs.”

Dosage: According to clinical herbalist, Tommy Priester, start with 3 drops of the tincture. If after 30 minutes the effects are not felt, increase the dosage up to 20 drops.

For Insomnia
Effects: Monotropa uniflora tincture can be used to assist with sleep where insomnia is caused by an unsettled worrisome mind and/or physical discomfort. Because of its sedative, nervine, and antispasmodic effects, it may help with falling asleep and waking up without a feeling of hangover. It has been described to assist with "letting go of the worry" for relaxation.

Dosage: Test the dosage needed by starting with 3 drops up to 20 drops. It is reported to take 15 to 30 minutes for the effects to be felt and begin to assist with falling asleep.

For Muscle Spasms
Dosage: unknown

For Migraine or Chronic Daily Headache (CDH)
Dosage: Herbalist and author, Stephen H Buhner recommends a dosage of 30 drops to 100 drops (1 tsp) every few hours.

Precautions
Some sources cite that daily dosing of Monotropa uniflora should not exceed one month.
Not recommended to be taken in conjunction with ADHD medication (stimulants).
Not recommended for children due to unknown safe usage amounts.

Do not operate machinery or drive a vehicle while taking Monotropa uniflora.

This was harvested by me on my 36 acre homestead and tincture shortly after harvesting with a 80 proof alcohol. It was shaken daily and left to infuse for a minimum of 6 weeks.

It was made using the stem and flower heads and harvested during peak energy production time. I practice the 20% rule while foraging making sure to leave plenty of flowers for the bees and other bugs to enjoy

**Although my products are generally considered safe, I am not a substitute for your health-care practitioner. Please do your own research, and always consult your doctor before using any herbal supplement. By purchasing this product, you are releasing The Krazy Plant Lady from product liability and assuming all risks and liability for your own health and well-being.

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