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COMFORCLEANSE Item No COMFORCLEANSE Item No. 320402 Size: 150 ct VEGAN PRODUCT SUMMARY & BACKGROUND ComforCleanse™ is a nutritional supplement that effectively combines healthy fibre, minerals, herbs and essential oils to cleanse and balance. Conveniently packaged in capsule form, ComforCleanse™ also contains Cascara sagrada and psyllium. The colon is the final component of the digestive tract; it extracts water and salt from solid wastes before they are eliminated from the body. Although the bowel is comprised of the small and the large intestines, it is commonly used to describe the large intestines, which consist of the colon, the rectum, and the anus. Therefore, a ‘bowel problem’ is any problem affecting these parts of the digestive tract. ComforCleanse was formulated to help cleanse and restore balance with the entire bowel in mind. KEY INGREDIENTS Berberis vulgaris, Burdock Root Powder, Chamomile Mentha piperita, pectin, Pimpinella anisum, Psyllium Oil German, Citrus reticulata, Copaiba Oil, Husk Powder, Rheum palmatum, Rosmarinus Echinacea purpurea, Ferula assa-foetida, Foeniculum officinalis, Zingiber officinale vulgare, Frangula purshiana, Garlic Clove Powder, FEATURES & BENEFITS DIRECTIONS • Can help restore feelings of balance Adults take 2-3 capsules before breakfast and at • Has a cleansing action bedtime. Drink at least 2L of water throughout the • Helps improve overall wellbeing day for best results. Always read the label. Follow the directions for use. If symptoms persist talk to your health professional. COMFORCLEANSE Item No. 320402 Size: 150 ct VEGAN FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Q. What is Cascara sagrada (Frangula purshiana) bark? A. Native to western North America, Cascara sagrada is a species of buckthorn that grows up to an impressive height of 15 metres. CAUTIONS INGREDIENTS • Drink plenty of water Frangula purshiana (Cascara sagrada) stem bark, Psyllium • Vitamin and mineral supplements should not replace a husk, Foeniculum vulgare (Fennel) seed powder, Burdock balanced diet root powder, Allium sativum (Garlic) clove powder, Berberis • This product contains Cascara sagrada (Frangula vulgaris (Barberry) root bark powder, Echinacea purpurea purshiana) bark and may produce a laxative effect (Echinacea) herb top powder, Rheum palmatum (Turkey • Do not use when abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting are rhubarb) root extract, Ferula assa-foetida powder, Pectin, present or if you develop diarrhea Copaiba reticulata† (Copaiba) gum/resin essential oil, Zingiber • If you are pregnant, breast feeding, taking medication or officinale† (Ginger) root essential oil, Citrus reticulata†† have a medical condition seek the advice of a healthcare (Tangerine) fruit essential oil, Pimpinella anisum† (Anise) seed professional before taking this product essential oil, Mentha piperita† (Peppermint) herb top essential • Prolonged use may cause serious bowel problems oil, Rosmarinus officinalis† (Rosemary) leaf essential oil, • Use in children under 12 years is not recommended Chamomilla recutita† (German Chamomile) flower oil, Rice • Do not exceed recommended dosage bran, Bentonite, Silicon dioxide, Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose • Not for long-term use, do not exceed 2 weeks (HPMC) • Not to be used as a weight loss product †100% pure, therapeutic-grade essential oil • Keep out of reach of children • Store in a cool, dry place OTHER POPULAR PRODUCTS Balance Complete MegaCal Item No. 329202 Item No. 328002 Sulfurzyme NingXia Red Item No. 324302 Item No. 3042560 (2 pk) 3044560 (4 pk) 3525560 (Singles) These statements have not been evaluated by the Therapeutic Goods Administration. Young Living products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease..
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