Frequently Asked Questions about
EssiacTea.getqanda.com

Where are you located?
Essiactea.getqanda.com is located in Spring, TX.  Our supplier is located near Boston Massachusetts, USA.  They have been making and distributing essiac since 1986.

How many customers have used your product?
The eight herb essiac tea formula we carry has been taken by hundreds of thousands of people all over the world.

Do you guarantee your product?
Being that everyone has a different body chemistry and  metabolism and that even  pharmaceutical drug dosages are based upon a doctors diagnosis, we do not and are not making any medical claims but there are thousands of people who have taken our eight herb formula of Essiac Tea and their health challenges were overcome.   

How can I order?
We recommend that you place your order from our 100% safe and secure online ORDER TEA page where you can either use PayPal  or a major credit card.  Both can be accepted.  Our ORDER TEA page gives you a breif over view of the teas benefits and allows you to choose the amount of tea that you desire.

The price at the nutrition shop for flor-essence tea or essiac seems outrageous. You seem to have the exact same ingredients, but does your mixture have the same ratios, and are the herbs of high quality?
Outrageous is right.  We have seen Flor-Essence being sold for $59.98 and higher for a 32oz. bottle!! We have also seen certain 2oz. packages of essiac herbs selling for $39.00 and up!!  For only $27.00, you can buy a 4oz. packet of our Essiac Tea, prepared and sealed and prepare AN ENTIRE GALLON!!!  

Our essiac has the same eight herbs as these more expensive products. However, we will never know the exact formula that another company is using; unless it's four herb essiac, the formulas are usually kept a company secret. However, WE DO KNOW that our formula is the most effective ever found in clinical trials. It IS "the real thing." It is the result of the research Rene Caisse and Dr. Charles Brusch conducted over an eight-year period. Click here for more info:
How to Make Sure You Have Authentic Essiac
Eight Herb Essiac

If your essiac is the best, how can you sell it so inexpensively?
The average herb retailer is making a HUGE profit when they sell essiac tea at high prices. The herbs for essiac tea simply do not cost that much. Of course, health food stores have to pay for their overhead costs including the costs of their retail store and their staff--but they still make lots of money.  We also want our customers to not only have the best but to also be able to afford it.  We depend upon our satisfied customers to re-order from us and to refer others. 

At EssiacTea.getqanda.com, we make just a small profit per order, but our goal is to generate more orders than all of the other companies because of our great service and low prices.  We also avoid the overhead costs of having retail stores and a large staff. We've kept things simple by only offering one product that we know works and that we know sells! And our Essiac Tea can have such a positive effect on all of the body systems that almost everyone can benefit from using our tea.

What can essiac do for me?
It appears that essiac tea's primary actions are to remove heavy metals, detoxify the body, restore energy levels, and rebuild the immune system. All of these actions help restore the body to a level to where it is able to better defeat the illness using it's own resources. In other words, essiac rebuilds the immune system and improves the illness-defeating ability of the body so that the body can rid itself of illness and disease. For a list of possible benefits from essiac tea, please visit: Benefits you may receive from Essiac Tea. To see which health problems that may make you a candidate to try essiac, click here: Essiac tea and health problems.

Will essiac cure cancer or other diseases?
Essiac is not a drug and therefore not able to be FDA approved as a proven treatment. We cannot claim that essiac is a cancer cure or a cure for any other disease. However, due to the beneficial properties of essiac tea listed above, many people who take essiac report developing a stronger immune system and increased health and well-being. A healthy body is a body that is better equipped to fight disease and infection.  You may want to view this video [a 4 part Rene Caisse interview that will better answer your question. VERY COMPELLING!!].

Can I take essiac along with radiation or chemotherapy?
Yes, in fact essiac tends to improve the quality of life for a person on chemo and/or radiation. However, because chemo and/or radiation can destroy the chemicals and compounds that allow essiac tea to do it's job, we recommend that you take the aggressive PLUS dose of 6 oz. of tea three times per day, rather than the regular aggressive dose of 3 oz. of tea three times per day. From our experience and experimentation, we've found that people on chemotherapy and radiation tend to have best results taking 6 oz. three times per day. However, some have remained on 3 oz. three times per day and also had good results. Personally, if we had a loved one taking chemo and radiation, we would recommend 6 oz. three times per day to be on the safe side.

Can I take essiac with other alternative or traditional treatments?
Yes, and in many cases the treatments will complement each other, compounding the positive health effects. To our knowledge essiac tea will not interfere with any other conventional or alternative treatment. You are advised to consult with your practitioner. If you are concerned, ease into your essiac tea usage gradually, taking 1/2 or 1/3 of the full dose at first to check how your body responds.

When can I expect to notice a benefit from taking essiac?
This is highly individualized. Some people notice an increased sense of health, well-being and energy just days after starting essiac tea. Others find that it takes weeks or even months to notice a tangible benefit. Most people start noticing an improvement in their general health and well-being after couple of weeks taking essiac tea regularly. Follow our Essiac Tea Dosage Recommendations for at least 6 months if you are currently in poor health.

How long should I continue taking essiac tea?
That is ultimately your decision. However, we recommend that you take the aggressive treatment dose, or 3 oz. three times per day, until your test results return to normal and your health is completely restored. After that point, we recommend that you continue to take the maintenance dose of 3 oz. once per day. If your health problems should ever return, we recommend immediately increasing your dosage to the aggressive treatment dose until your test results return to normal. It is fine to continue on aggressive dose for life according to our experience.

If I am healthy, can essiac tea hurt me? Can I take the aggressive treatment dose even if I am generally healthy?
Essiac tea will not hurt you.* On the contrary, it can act as a preventive aid against developing health problems in the future. We know many people who take the aggressive treatment dose of 3 oz. three times per day for general health and daily detoxification. While it may not be necessary to take the aggressive dose as a healthy person, essiac can't hurt you in the amounts that the herbs are present in the tea. Personally, the staff at discount-essiac-tea.com are all healthy (thank goodness) and we take the aggressive treatment dose to maintain our good health. Some people fine that 3 oz. once per day is enough to maintain good health.

*Women who are pregnant are generally advised not to take essiac tea during pregnancy. If you are taking prescription medications, consult with your practitioner before taking any herbal supplement.

What is essiac tea typically used for?
The most common reasons for taking essiac tea are: low energy, diabetes, digestive problems, liver problems, kidney problems, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, chronic pain, chronic fatigue, and AIDS. For a list of
benefits of essiac tea, click here.

Is there any way essiac tea can hurt me?
To the best of our knowledge, essiac tea cannot hurt you.* Always consult with your practitioner. The only problem we are aware of is that you might experience mild stomach/intestinal irritation if you start immediately on the aggressive treatment dose of 3 oz. three times per day. This may include nausea and/or loose stools. This is a good thing: it's a sign of detoxification and will not harm your body as long as you're able to tolerate any discomfort. If you are bothered by these symptoms, start with 1/2 to 1/3 of the recommended dose and ease your way into taking the full dose.

*Women who are pregnant are generally advised not to take essiac tea during pregnancy. If you are taking prescription medications, consult with your practitioner before taking any herbal supplement.

Which herbs are found in eight herb essiac?
The eight herbs that make up essiac are: blessed thistle, burdock root, kelp, red clover, sheep sorrel, slippery elm bark, turkey rhubarb root, and watercress. The herbs, which all have benefits of their own, seem to have a synergistic (additive) effect when taken together in the specific essiac tea ratio. To learn more about the properties of these herbs, please visit: Essiac Tea Ingredients.

Why would I choose eight herb essiac instead of four herb essiac?
Four herb essiac was developed with that intent that one of the herbs be injected. Since you will be taking essiac as a tea, four herb essiac is not as effective. Eight herb essiac was widely researched and studied and Dr. Brusch and Rene Caisse found it was the best performing formula. We have thousands of satisfied customers who are healthy and continue to take eight herb essiac at maintenance dose after their test results have returned to normal. They will attest to the efficacy of eight herb essiac and to the fact that they believe it is superior to four herb blends. While four herb essiac is targeted for liver detoxification, eight herb essiac results in both liver and colon detoxification for a more complete detox regimen. To read more about the merits of eight herb essiac and the history behind it, please visit: Eight Herb Essiac.

How does eight herb essiac taste?
Eight herb essiac has a slightly bitter taste. The watercress is the main culprit for this. Some essiac blends don't include watercress, but we believe that herb is crucial to the formula. Most people get accustomed to the taste after a couple of weeks of taking essiac tea. Since you will generally only be taking 3 oz. at a time, it should not be a problem to drink that small amount even if you don't enjoy the taste. Essiac tea isn't meant to be sipped and savored for pleasure--it's an herbal medicine. It doesn't taste horrible but most don't find it delicious either. We recommend keeping a glass of orange juice nearby and swishing your mouth out after taking essiac if the taste bothers you. This practice will counteract the bitter taste making it more pleasant to take the tea. You may also add stevia to your essiac tea. Click here for more info. on stevia or to order.


Should I take the tea hot or cold? Do I need to take it with meals or on an empty stomach?
It is recommended that you drink essiac tea cold. Essiac tea is sometimes called 'essiac juice' for that reason. Essiac should be taken on an empty stomach. Take it at least one hour before eating a meal, and at least two hours after your last meal. If you cannot comply with this once in awhile, taking essiac with food is better than not taking it at all.

Which shipping services do you use?
We use USPS, which is short for the United States Postal Service (the mail). USPS offers the best prices and service for the particular size and weight parcels we use. We offer ground shipping (1-6 days), 2-3 Day Priority Mail, and Express shipping (overnight to most locations).


How much does shipping cost?
This varies widely between orders because shipping costs are calculated by the weight of your order and by the distance you are from our location in Texas. Typical shipping & handling costs range from $11. to $13.00  using ground shipping and a bit more for 2-3 Day Priority 6 lb. 8 oz. orders (year-long supply for most people).

Why does shipping cost that much?
We do not profit from shipping. We charge what the Post Office charges us for shipping, plus cost of materials and a nominal transportation fee even though gas is sky-rocketing. USPS offers the best rates for the sizes of orders we sent most often. We generally send packages that weigh one pound or more, which is simply more expensive than shipping a lighter package. In instances where Priority Mail on a package costs close to what ground shipping costs, we will ship your order via 2-3 day Priority Mail at no extra charge to you. If you decide to purchase essiac at a retail location near you for pick-up to avoid shipping fees, please be careful--it is highly unlikely that you'll save money. Retail outlets typically charge at least four times as much as we do for essiac even if you include our shipping charge--and in some cases even more than that. We offer the absolute best deal of individual orders of essiac.

Do you ship internationally? What does it cost?
Yes, we ship to many countries internationally. To find out how much it costs, visit usps.com and click on "calculate postage." Calculate the weight of the size order you would like, plus a few ounces to account for the weight of the packing materials, and a couple of dollars to account for international handling fees.

Will the essiac be allowed into my country? What if my package is seized by customs?
Before ordering, please confirm with you country's regulating bodies that they will allow herbal tea into your country. You may want to tell them that the essiac herbal tea contains the eight herbs: blessed thistle, burdock root, kelp, red clover sheep sorrel, slippery elm bark, turkish rhubarb root, and watercress. However, we do not write these ingredients out on the customs slip. We simply write "herbal tea." We are not responsible for any orders that don't arrive to you because they are seized by Customs or other government organizations. Although we will never ship to a country that we are sure will refuse the essiac, we are not able to keep up-to-date on the hundreds of countries from which people place orders. If your package is seized, you will NOT receive a refund, so purchase international orders at your own discretion and risk. Customers are solely responsible for any fees or duties to receive our products into the destination country. The same terms and conditions that apply to our domestic orders apply to international returns.

Do you have distributors such as other websites or retail stores with your tea who are closer to me?
We don't have many, and we don't have many set up in other countries either. You will never find a better deal than you will find right here, even with shipping accounted for.

What type of packaging will my essiac arrive in?
We send 4oz. packets of Essiac Tea only.  Your Essiac Tea will arrive in the amount that you specified and in 4oz. sealed and labeled packets. These units are stand-alone packages complete with brewing and dosage instructions. They DO NOT have our website or our contact info on the labels.

Do you have photos of what these products look like?
Yes! Click our Ordeing Options page.

How do I prepare my essiac tea?
Please visit: How To Brew Essiac

How come you don't recommend that we brew the tea twice like some companies do?
Most likely, companies that ask you to bring the tea to a boil twice are using regular (not powdered) herbs. It's harder to get the medicinal extract out of large herb particles, hence the boiling twice. We've tried both methods with the powdered herbs we use (brewing once compared to brewing twice) and had the same results from both brewing methods; don't waste your time brewing these powdered herbs twice. Furthermore, Dr. Charles Brusch and Rene Caisse have studies the brewing methods and never found an additional benefit to brewing powdered herbs twice. Some people believe that you must bring liquids to a boil twice to kill any bacteria. We have never had a problem just brewing once, but if you choose to bring your essiac to a boil a second time, it won't hurt the essiac--we just don't believe it is necessary.

How should I store my essiac herbs?
Store the herbs in the packaging they arrived in. Keep them in a cool, dark place (not in the refrigerator, though--it's too cold). Unopened packets of herbs stay fresh for up to a year.

How should I store my essiac tea once I've brewed it?
Your brewed essiac tea must be refrigerated, since there are no additives or preservatives. Avoid storing brewed tea for more than two weeks, because the tea may spoil. Store your tea in spring water gallon containers or glass bottles. Dark bottles are not necessary, because your refrigerator is dark inside anyway (hence, negligible opportunity for the tea to experience light damage). Clean all containers thoroughly with hot water before using them to store your tea.

How much essiac tea should I take?
Please visit: Essiac Tea Dosage Recommendations

How should I take essiac tea for detoxification?
Detoxification typically is something that is done for a fixed period of time. Click here for essiac tea dosage recommendations for detoxing purposes.

When can I expect to receive my order?
When you order with a credit card online, we process and ship your order within 24-48 hours from the time you placed it. Almost 100% of the time we have your order out within 48 hours. We will contact you in the rare event that we are running behind. We do ship on Saturdays most weeks, although we close the week's orders at 5pm CST on Fridays. If you choose ground shipping, expect your tea to arrive in 7-10 business days, although it often arrives in 3-5 business days FROM THE DATE WE SHIPPED YOUR ORDER. If you require faster shipping, please choose 2-3 day Priority Mail.

Do you provide tracking numbers?
We currently use USPS, since they have the lowest cost and fastest service for the typical size essiac order. USPS does not provide detailed tracking information. The tracking information provided simply alerts us when you've received the package.

However, using the above information you can estimate the date of arrival based on your chosen shipping method, how rural your area is, and your distance away from Massachusetts. We will respond promptly to any issue you might have with your order.

Do you include instructions with the orders?
Yes, we include dosing instructions, brewing instructions, and contact information should you need further product support. The instructions are in ounces.

Do you have other products besides essiac?
Yes..., Presently ,we do carry two other products.  Both are related to attaining better health.  The colon Cleanse that we promote is REALLY GREAT.  We were introduced to it March 6, 1998.  Many people feel that having a Colonic Irrigation will clean the colon..., well, that can be debated.  My personal experience with this cleanse has worked for not only my family and I but to hundreds of people that I introduced it to.  This Colon Cleanse Works!! 

Our other product helps people to break their Bad Habits.  Many of our problems come from the bad habits that we have acquired of the years and in many cases, they are hard to break.  At HabitsAway.com, we offer a solution, a tool, that will help to break any bad habit in 21 days or less..., guaranteed! Look at our Colon Cleanse here!! 

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