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PRIMARY HEALTH CARE FOR ALL AGES

We are committed to providing high quality,
compassionate medical care for your entire family.
Asia, yarrow has been used by herbalists from many cultures across
the globe. It is believed to help fight stomach cramps, reduce infec-
tions and help encourage healthy function of the body’s immune
system. You can find yarrow in many North American herbalist’s
cabinets, in the wild, and even at the dinner table—the leaves and
flowers are often used in salads!

Reishi Mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum) - While not technically an
herb, root or flower, Reishi mushrooms are incredible mycological
allies that have been used in traditional Chinese medicine for 2,000
to 3,000 years, possibly longer. These herbal traditions have utilized
Reishi to support the immune system, and modern studies have
suggested they may even have beneficial activity against tumors. WELLNESS | PREVENTION | EDUCATION
Reishi mushrooms thrive in dark, damp forests, and as such can be
cultivated in the Pacific Northwest.
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Elderflower (Sambucus nigra) - Elderflower comes from the
European elder, a tree native to Europe, Asia, and North America.
Since ancient times, the flowers of the elder tree have been used for
a wide variety of applications by many cultures worldwide. From
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treat inflamed sinuses, to support the immune system and help fight
the flu, and as a diuretic. It is also commonly used to support the
body while fighting coughs and colds, and to help encourage the 3/23/2018 1:39:36 PM
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inflammatory response.
At Sun God Medicinals, we produce a full line of herbal-com-
pounded tinctures, single herb tinctures, and loose-leaf teas that
take advantage of these amazing plants, roots, flowers, and mush-
rooms. Certified organic by Oregon Tilth, made with locally-
sourced ingredients and manufactured right here in Southern
Oregon, take a look at our Panacea and Ra Herbals product lines to
help support your immune system and keep you happy and healthy
in the coming months.

Brie Malarkey
Founder & CEO of Sun God Medicinals
www.SunGodMedicinals.com

**These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug
Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure,
or prevent any disease.

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