{"product_id":"four-oclock-laxative-herbal-tea-case-of-6","title":"Four O'Clock Laxative Herbal Tea, Case of 6 x 20 Tea Bags","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFour O'Clock Laxative Herbal Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e is a caffeine-free herbal tea used in herbal medicine as a laxative. This case holds 6 boxes of 20 tea bags, made in Montreal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFour O'Clock Laxative Herbal Tea at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKey herbs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Senna leaf 500mg, dandelion root, bitter fennel, cherry stems, buckthorn bark, coriander, meadowsweet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbal with a light fennel note\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaffeine:\u003c\/strong\u003e None, naturally caffeine-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Case of 6 boxes, 20 tea bags each (120 bags)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNPN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80029378\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Canada (Montreal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFour O'Clock Laxative Herbal Tea Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOvernight relief\u003c\/strong\u003e — taken at bedtime, it works in 6 to 12 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGentle formula\u003c\/strong\u003e — senna balanced with soothing seeds and herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLess cramping\u003c\/strong\u003e — fennel and coriander help ease gas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to take\u003c\/strong\u003e — one cup a day, two to three times a week\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace one tea bag in a cup and pour over boiling water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteep 4 to 6 minutes, then remove the bag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults: 1 cup at bedtime, 2 to 3 times a week, up to once a day. Allow 6 to 12 hours to work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults with occasional constipation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTravellers with a change in routine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who prefers a herbal option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ How does senna work?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eSenna leaves contain sennosides, which are activated by gut bacteria in the colon. They stimulate the bowel muscles and draw water in, which is why the effect takes 6 to 12 hours.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Why add fennel and coriander?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eFennel and coriander seeds are carminatives, traditionally used to ease gas and cramping, which helps make a senna tea more comfortable.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ What is buckthorn bark?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eFrangula (alder buckthorn) bark contains anthraquinones similar to senna's, and has a long history in European herbal medicine as a gentle stimulant laxative.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-section\" id=\"faq-four-oclock-laxative-herbal-tea-case-of-6\" style=\"margin-top:30px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Why is it sold as a case of 6?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eThis tea is sold here in cases of 6 boxes, 120 tea bags in all, which works out to about $8.99 a box.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ How long does a case last?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eUsed 2 to 3 times a week, 120 bags last most of a year.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ How is this different from Laxative Extra?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eThis version uses senna leaf alone. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/four-oclock-laxative-extra-herbal-tea-case-of-6\"\u003eLaxative Extra\u003c\/a\u003e adds a standardised senna extract for a stronger dose.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ How often can I use it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eTwo to three times a week, up to once a day if needed. See a health care practitioner for use beyond 7 days.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits of Ingredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Why cherry stems and meadowsweet?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eCherry stems are a traditional mild diuretic, and meadowsweet is a soothing herb for the stomach. Both round out the formula.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ What does roasted dandelion root do?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eDandelion root is a bitter herb traditionally used to stimulate bile flow, which helps the body digest fats. Roasting gives it a toasty, coffee-like flavour.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Why take it at bedtime?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eSenna takes 6 to 12 hours to work, so a bedtime cup usually means relief in the morning.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage and Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Can I drink it iced?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eYes. Steep a bag in half a cup of boiling water for the full time, then pour it over ice.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Can I sweeten it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eYes. A little honey or a squeeze of lemon does not affect the herbs.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ How should I store it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eKeep the boxes closed in a cool, dry place, away from humidity and strong odours.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Four O'Clock","offers":[{"title":"Case of 6 x 20 Tea Bags","offer_id":47982708719787,"sku":"395130-JIT","price":42.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/4126\/8139\/files\/395130.png?v=1790794311","url":"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/products\/four-oclock-laxative-herbal-tea-case-of-6","provider":"Vitamart.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}