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Expert: Dr. Kristina Conner - 5/12/2006


Question
How long will tinctures typically keep for?

Do you believe http://www.peacefulmind.com/herbs.htm is a quality supplier of bulk supply (1 gallon) tinctures?  

Answer
Tinctures will last anywhere from 3-5 years if stored properly,  in a dark glass bottle away from heat or light.
I do not know the herb company you mention, so I cannot speak about the quality of these products.  Some of the herbal companies that I know produce high quality products are Gaia, Herb Pharm, and Eclectic Institute.  To evaluate the tinctures from this company, I would ask whether they are made by the company, or whether they purchase them from another company and put their own packaging on them.  For many store brands and smaller brands, that is how they do it.  
Thanks for writing in your question.  

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Dr. Kristina Conner

Expertise

Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition, Natural Family Medicine, Detoxification/ Cleansing, Herbal Medicine, Homeopathy, Natural Remedies

Experience

Licensed Naturopathic Physician for 8 years
Currently: Assistant Professor of Naturopathic Medicine, Department of CLinical Sciences, National University of Health Sciences, Lombard, IL

Organizations
American Association of Naturopathic Physicians
Secretary and member of Illinois Association of Naturopathic Physicians

Education/Credentials
Bastyr University, doctor of naturopathic medicine
University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine, residency in family and integrated medicine

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