One of the most common questions we get here at Natura Sophia Spagyrics is, “How do I use my spagyrics?” It’s an understandable question, considering the therapeutic approach to spagyrics is a bit different from that of a standard herbal tincture.
How much should I take? What's a standard dose for a spagyric?
For starters, it depends on the type of spagyric preparation you’re using. Our spagyric essences are much more concentrated than our spagyric tinctures, so the dosage is dramatically different. Because spagyrics in general can work more effectively thanks to the presence of the plant's minerals, which can make them more bioavailable and assimilable, we recommend starting with a lower dose than you would with a standard tincture.
General dosing recommendations:*
Spagyric Essences: 1-3 drops directly on the tongue, up to 3 times a day
Spagyric Tinctures: 15-30 drops, up to 3 times a day
Spagyric Formulas: 15-30 drops, 3 times a day
*Please note that not all herbs are dosed the same. Be sure to read the guidelines on the bottle before taking your spagyrics for your safety.
Some important considerations in dosage:
- Follow your practitioner first. If you're taking a specific spagyric as part of a protocol from your healthcare practitioner, always follow their instructions.
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Not all herbs are the same! Some herbs are meant to be taken in low doses, while others can be taken in higher concentrations. Our very strong drop-dose herbs (such as Poke root and Wild Indigo) are not available for retail purchase; they are available only to practitioners, who dispense them with care.
- Consider your purpose and adjust accordingly. In general, for acute conditions, a larger dose taken more frequently can often be helpful. For deeper, chronic conditions, the herbs will typically need more time and consistency to do their work. Restorative tonics such as Hawthorn berry for cardiovascular support or Milky Oats seed for nervous system restoration are good examples—these can be taken for a minimum of six months before you begin to see results.
Herbs aren't the same as drugs
It’s important to remember that herbs don’t work like drugs, so if you don’t notice the effects immediately, don't be discouraged. Some herbs take longer for their effects to work and become noticeable.
Most of our remedies can be taken in larger doses and with greater frequency if needed. If our suggested dosage doesn’t seem like enough, don’t be too afraid to raise your dosage or frequency a small amount at a time until you find your “sweet spot.”
For low dose botanicals please do not exceed the recommended dosage, or you may experience uncomfortable side effects, particularly in the digestive system such as nausea.
How do I take a spagyric?
For all of our products, it does not matter if you take it on the tongue or under the tongue. Either way it is getting into your body and you will taste it to some extent, which is the most important part. This is why we prefer not to dilute the herbs in water, juice, smoothies, or any other kind of liquid. They are best taken in full concentration directly in the mouth so you taste the herb to receive its full therapeutic properties.
Differences between Spagyric Essences and Spagyric Tinctures & Formulas
Spagyric Tinctures:
If you're trying a spagyric tincture for the first time, you may notice they taste the same as a regular tincture. Spagyric tinctures are an alcohol extraction, prepared in a similar way as a standard tincture. The essential difference is that a spagyric tincture undergoes further processing to extract the Salt principle of the plant, which are the minerals or body of the plant. Herbal tinctures do not contain the full mineral profile of the herb, which is why the spagyric process makes a superior tincture that ends up being more bioavailable, assimilable and concentrated with the presence of the plant's minerals.
Dosing of a spagyric tincture can begin at a lower dose than a regular tincture, as you may find that you don't need as much as you would usually take of a regular tincture. However, they are completely safe to increase your dosage to a standard tincture dose (30-60 drops 3 x day) if need be (depending upon the herb of course! Be sure to research the specific dosing safety guidelines for each herb before exceeding the recommended dose on the bottle).
Our Spagyric Essences are significantly more potent than most liquid herbal preparations. These are a concentration of the essential oils (Sulfur), alcohol (Mercury), and alkali minerals (Salt) of the plants, and are thus taken in much lower dosages than the Spagyric Tinctures and Formulas. To give you an idea of the concentration, the amount of plant material we use to yield approximately 1 gallon of Spagyric Essence would prepare roughly 8 gallons of Spagyric Tincture, depending on the plant.
These preparations should be taken at very low doses, typically not exceeding 3 drops per dose. Admittedly eurodropper lids can be difficult to control the dosage and may administer a few more drops than you intended which is okay, however 1-3 drops is ideal due to their concentration. If you exceed this dose with consistency, the affects you may notice could be a strong emergence of emotions surfacing from the subconscious. A high dose of spagyric essences may unearth more emotions than your nervous system can process at once. If you experience this, gently lower your dosage and pay attention to how you feel.
Spagyric Essences, are working on a different level than Spagyric Tinctures, oriented more on the Mercury and Sulfur levels. This is due to the fact they are distilled multiple times and made more volatile in nature, concentrating the Mercury and Sulfur principles significantly more than the other preparations. In this way they tend to have a greater affinity for the psychological, emotional, and soul levels.
We recommend that our spagyric essences are used with attention and intention. Rather than just taking 3 drops real quick and going about your busy day, it’s good to pause and take a few breaths to bring your awareness to the plant you just took and any ways you may feel it affecting your body, heart and mind.
Due to the astrological correspondences we work with in preparing each spagyric essence, these extracts work on the subtle emotional, psychological and spiritual facets of one's being. As the plants move through and cleanse blockages within the spiritual body, they tend to open up new pathways that influence the mind, emotions, and also dreams. It is not uncommon for people to have incredibly insightful and powerful dreams while working with spagyric essences. Pay attention to what’s happening around you, as life will start to set up opportunities and experiences to heal things from your past that will help you move forward on your road of life healthier, stronger, and rejuvenated.
The Goal of Spagyric Therapy
These are some simple recommendations for how we suggest working with your spagyric remedies. The ultimate goal of spagyric therapy is transformational: that you have changed for the better, more vital and strong in the body, open in the heart, clear in the mind, and in tune with your purpose and truth.