{"product_id":"gentian-root-cut-and-sifted-100-g-frontier-co-op","title":"Frontier Co-op Gentian Root Cut \u0026 Sifted 100g | Digestive Bitters Herb | Trial Size | Kosher","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrontier Co-op Gentian Root Cut \u0026amp; Sifted delivers pure \u003cem\u003eGentiana lutea\u003c\/em\u003e root — one of the most intensely bitter herbs in the botanical world, used for over 2,000 years as the cornerstone of digestive bitters, aperitifs, and herbal teas to stimulate digestive function and support healthy appetite. Kosher, non-irradiated. 100g (~59 servings), repackaged by SuperfoodsNZ.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGentian (\u003cem\u003eGentiana lutea\u003c\/em\u003e) is widely regarded as one of the most bitter plants known — its roots contain amarogentin and gentiopicrin, secoiridoid glycosides that are among the bitterest naturally occurring compounds on earth. This extreme bitterness is precisely what makes gentian so therapeutically valuable as a digestive herb. When bitter compounds contact the taste receptors on the tongue and in the digestive tract, they trigger a cascade of digestive responses: stimulating the release of saliva, gastric acid, bile, and pancreatic enzymes; supporting healthy appetite as a traditional pre-meal aperitif herb; promoting bile flow for healthy fat digestion and liver\/gallbladder function; and supporting gastric motility to help reduce bloating and sluggish digestion. Gentian root takes 7 to 10 growing seasons to mature and has been used for more than 2,000 years in European herbal medicine — the defining bitter ingredient in traditional digestive bitters formulas, vermouth, and aperitif liqueurs. The 100g size is ideal for trying before committing to the 453g economy bag. Frontier Co-op has been a member-owned source of quality herbs and botanicals since 1976.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStimulates digestive enzyme secretion — triggers saliva, gastric acid, bile, and pancreatic enzyme release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports healthy appetite — traditional pre-meal aperitif bitter herb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePromotes bile flow — supports fat digestion and liver\/gallbladder function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports gastric motility — helps reduce bloating and sluggish digestion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2,000+ year history — cornerstone of European digestive bitters tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKosher \u0026amp; non-irradiated — clean, certified quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100g trial size — ~59 servings, ideal before committing to the 453g economy size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eFormula Highlights\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGentian Root (\u003cem\u003eGentiana lutea\u003c\/em\u003e), cut \u0026amp; sifted\u003c\/strong\u003e — pure whole root; contains amarogentin and gentiopicrin, among the bitterest naturally occurring compounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKosher certified, non-irradiated\u003c\/strong\u003e — pure and unadulterated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepackaged by SuperfoodsNZ\u003c\/strong\u003e — same premium Frontier Co-op quality in a convenient 100g resealable trial size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eSupplement Facts\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServing size: 1 teaspoon (1.7g) | Servings per container: ~59\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNutrient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer Serving\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e% DV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Carbohydrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt;1%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDietary Fibre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt;1g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGentian Root (\u003cem\u003eGentiana lutea\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.7g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Daily Value not established.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eSuggested Use\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs a herbal tea:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pour 240ml (8 fl oz) of boiling water over 1 teaspoon of cut gentian root. Cover and steep for 3–5 minutes. Strain and serve immediately. Traditionally taken in small amounts before meals as a digestive tonic. Can be blended with fennel, chamomile, or liquorice root to balance the bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor digestive bitters:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use as a key ingredient in homemade digestive bitters tinctures, combined with aromatic herbs and a spirit base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eOther Ingredients\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGentian root (\u003cem\u003eGentiana lutea\u003c\/em\u003e). Nothing else. Kosher certified, non-irradiated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Frontier Co-op \u0026amp; SuperfoodsNZ\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrontier Co-op has been a member-owned source of high-quality herbs, spices, and botanicals since 1976, committed to sustainable sourcing and delivering pure, unadulterated products. SuperfoodsNZ repackages this premium Frontier gentian root into convenient 100g resealable trial packs — the same kosher-certified, non-irradiated quality in a more accessible size. Also available in the 453g economy size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eWarnings\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not use if you have gastric or duodenal ulcers, or when stomach irritation or inflammation is present — the bitter stimulation of gastric acid secretion may aggravate these conditions. Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if pregnant, breastfeeding, or managing a digestive condition. 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