Agar Agar (Gelidiella Acerosa) Liquid Tincture

Both are liquid extracts of the same Gelidiella acerosa seaweed; only the solvent differs. This tincture uses organic alcohol with vegetable glycerin and water, the classic conventional method that yields a super-concentrated extract with a long shelf life. The alcohol-free version is a glycerite made with vegetable glycerin and crystal clear water instead, for those who prefer to avoid alcohol. Choose the tincture for a traditional alcohol-extracted format; choose the glycerite if you prefer no alcohol. The botanical inside is identical. Please follow the safety notes for both.

No - several names are easy to mix up, so it helps to be clear. Agar (from our seaweed Gelidiella acerosa, and from related red algae such as Gelidium and Gracilaria) is made mainly of agarose; carrageenan is a different gelling polysaccharide from a different red seaweed, Irish moss (Chondrus crispus), which we sell separately - both are red-algae hydrocolloids, but they are not the same. Agarwood is something else entirely: it is the resinous heartwood of Aquilaria trees (oud), unrelated to seaweed. And fly agaric is Amanita muscaria, a mushroom - it only shares letters with "agar." We label ours clearly as agar agar (Gelidiella acerosa), the red seaweed agar, so it is not confused with carrageenan, agarwood or the mushroom.

Shake well first. Use the number of drops and the frequency shown on the label, in a little water, tea or juice, or as directed by your practitioner. Always take it with plenty of fluid. Because this is an alcohol tincture, adding it to water softens the taste. Do not exceed the suggested serving. Because agar can affect how the body absorbs medicines, take it well apart from any medication. Please read the safety information below before use, especially if you have any difficulty swallowing. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct light.

Please read this carefully. Agar is a common food-grade gelling agent with a good safety record as a food, but a few cautions are important because it swells with water. Swelling and swallowing: always take it with plenty of fluid, and do NOT use it if you have difficulty swallowing, a narrowing of the esophagus or gut, or any bowel obstruction, because of the risk of choking or blockage; seek immediate medical attention if chest pain, vomiting, or difficulty swallowing or breathing occurs after taking it. Medications: agar is a bulk fiber that can slow the absorption of medicines, so take it well apart from any medication and consult your practitioner. Pregnancy and nursing: there is not enough reliable information on agar in pregnancy or breastfeeding, so it is best avoided. Do not give it to infants or young children. If you take any medication or have a medical condition, consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before use. Keep out of reach of children. This tincture contains alcohol and should be stored in a cool, dark place. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Made in the USA by Hawaii Pharm LLC, Honolulu, HI, with domestic & imported ingredients.

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