Cascara Sagrada Bark

Ancient Purity Cascara Sagrada Loose Bark Tea – Natural Detox, Digestive Health & Gentle Colon Support

• Natural Laxative Detoxification - Supports natural bowel movements and digestive health without harsh cramping.
• Traditional Herbal Wisdom - Used for centuries by indigenous peoples and revered by early explorers as “Sacred Bark.”
• Premium Sourcing - 100% pure, sustainably harvested from native Cascara Sagrada trees in the USA.
• Simple and Easy to Use - Brew as a tea or blend with maple syrup or honey for a daily digestive ritual.

Cascara Sagrada acts as a natural stimulant for peristalsis, the gentle wave-like contraction that moves waste through the intestines, promoting regularity and supporting colon health. Rich in bioactive compounds, the bark helps maintain a balanced gut microbiome, detoxifies gently, and supports overall digestive wellness. Unlike synthetic laxatives, it encourages the body’s natural rhythm, making it suitable for regular, long-term use when taken appropriately.

This sacred bark has a storied history, first documented by indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest and later widely adopted by explorers and herbalists across North America. Ancient Purity sources only the highest-quality bark, ensuring it is fully mature and properly dried to preserve its active compounds. Our commitment to purity means no additives, fillers, or artificial processing, maintaining the authentic strength of the bark as nature intended.

Cascara Sagrada is also known as Frangula Purshiana, Cascara, Cascara Buckthorn, Bearberry, and in the Chinook Jargon, chittem stick or chitticum stick. By understanding the heritage and nomenclature, users know exactly what they are consuming, an authentic, time-tested herbal ally for digestive health.
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Q: What exactly is Cascara Sagrada?
A: Cascara Sagrada, also called Sacred Bark or Frangula Purshiana, is the dried bark of a North American tree native to the Pacific Northwest. Traditionally used by indigenous peoples for digestive support, it is a gentle, natural stimulant that promotes healthy bowel movements, gut function, and colon cleansing.

Q: How does Cascara Sagrada differ from other herbal laxatives?
A: Unlike harsh chemical laxatives, Cascara Sagrada works with the body’s natural rhythm, stimulating peristalsis gently through its anthraquinone compounds. It encourages smooth, regular bowel movements without causing cramping or dependency, making it suitable for short-term digestive support.

Q: Can I drink Cascara Sagrada tea daily?
A: Cascara Sagrada is recommended for short-term use, typically no longer than 6–7 days in a row. Daily long-term use is not advised because prolonged stimulation can cause dependence or disrupt natural bowel function. It is best used as needed or as part of occasional cleansing cycles.

Q: Does Cascara Sagrada support detoxification?
A: Yes, Cascara Sagrada aids in gently flushing waste and toxins from the colon, supporting digestive health and overall metabolic balance. It is often combined with fibre-rich herbs like Psyllium Husk (available @AncientPurity) to enhance natural detox programs.

Q: How does Cascara Sagrada work? What does it do?
A: Cascara Sagrada is a stimulant laxative. It works by causing muscle contractions in the intestines. These muscle contractions help move stool through the bowels. The bark contains chemicals called anthraquinones that give it its colour and its laxative effect.While originating from the coffee plant, Cascara has about a quarter of the caffeine levels compared to regular brew. One study found out that Cascara tea has around 25mg of caffeine per cup(compared to 80mg of caffeine per cup of coffee),no matter how long the steeping time is.

Q: How do I make Cascara Sagrada tea?
A: To brew the loose tea, steep 2 grams (1 teaspoon) of bark shavings in two-thirds of a cup of boiling water for 5 to 10 minutes. Strain before drinking. Cascara Sagrada tea has a slightly bitter flavour. For a more palatable taste, you can mix it with rooibos tea, black tea, or green tea.

Q: How is the bark harvested?
A: Cascara Bark is collected during the dry season (mid-April through late August). Trees between 15 to 25 years old produce the highest bark output. The bark is sliced vertically and then peeled horizontally in sheets. To encourage re-sprouting, up to 1 foot of the trunk will remain.

Q: Is Cascara Sagrada a detox? 
A: Because Cascara Sagrada helps to cleanse the colon of damaging toxins and waste products, it is commonly used as an ingredient in many detox and cleanse herbal formulas. Cascara Sagrada together with Psyllium Husk (Available @AncientPurity) are two of the most widely used remedies in colon cleansing programs.

Q: How long should I take Cascara Sagrada? 
A: The usual dose is 300 mg taken 1 time a day. Taking Cascara at a higher dose or for longer than 6 days is not advised. When taken by mouth, it has these effects: Acts as a laxative or purgative, to loosen and increase bowel movements.

Q: How long does it take Cascara Sagrada to work? 
A: As with most herbal laxatives, it can vary from person to person, but if often takes 6 to 12 hours. When used as a laxative, the appropriate dose of Cascara Sagrada is typically considered to be the smallest amount required to maintain soft stools.

Q: Can I combine Cascara Sagrada with other herbs or supplements?
A: Absolutely. Cascara Sagrada works synergistically with gentle digestive and detoxifying herbs such as Peppermint, Ginger, or Dandelion Root, which you could forage and add in.

Q: Is Cascara Sagrada safe for sensitive stomachs?
A: Yes, when used in the recommended doses. Because it gently stimulates peristalsis without harsh chemical irritation, most users tolerate it well. Start with a smaller dose to assess sensitivity, particularly if you have a history of digestive issues.

Q: Can Cascara Sagrada support weight management?
A: Indirectly. By promoting regular bowel movements and improving gut health, Cascara Sagrada can help maintain a balanced digestive system. It is not a weight-loss herb per se, but optimal digestive function can support metabolism and nutrient absorption.

Q: What does Cascara Sagrada work best with ?
A: There are a few things it combines well with, but remember it is powerful and 100% capable alone. Anyway here are ways you could stack it to go even further.

Cascara Sagrada + C60 (Carbon 60) – Cascara Sagrada gently stimulates the colon and promotes the elimination of accumulated waste and toxins, while C60 works at the cellular level to neutralise reactive oxygen species and oxidative stress. This combination supports both the mechanical cleansing of the digestive tract and the biochemical protection of cells, making detoxification more complete and reducing the inflammatory burden on the body. Together, they form a synergistic internal hygiene system, supporting digestive health and long-term cellular resilience.

Cascara Sagrada + Bentonite Clay – Bentonite Clay is a natural, negatively charged clay that binds heavy metals, environmental toxins, and metabolic waste within the gut. When paired with Cascara Sagrada, it enhances the body’s natural cleansing pathways by ensuring that expelled waste is safely captured and removed rather than reabsorbed. This combination not only aids regular bowel function but also helps maintain gut barrier integrity, supports microbiome balance, and reduces the risk of systemic exposure to toxins during detoxification.

Cascara Sagrada + Fulvic Acid – Fulvic Acid is a powerful bioactive compound that enhances the transport of minerals and nutrients across cell membranes, while also supporting detoxification at a molecular level. Taken alongside Cascara Sagrada, it ensures that while the colon is being cleared, essential nutrients are efficiently absorbed and delivered to cells. This synergistic pairing promotes internal balance, maximises nutrient bioavailability, and enhances overall metabolic function during cleansing periods, creating a holistic approach to digestive and cellular health.

• Loose Bark - Tea: Put 2 grams of Ancient Purity Cascara Sagrada Bark in a cup of boiling water for 5 - 10 minutes. For better taste, you can mix the bark tea with other ingredients in a saucepan and let it simmer, slowly and lightly. Strain before drinking and do not swallow the bark, there is no benefit to swallowing whole pieces.
• Some people like to mix it with black, green or Rooibos Tea for a more pleasant flavour.

WARNING: You must consume more pure water than normally when using Cascara Sagrada Bark Tea. Do NOT consume longer than 6 days. DO NOT USE Cascara Sagrada Bark if you have a medical condition and you MUST consult with your medical practitioner and/or your qualified Herbalist before taking. Do not exceed the recommended daily intake. DO NOT USE if Pregnant or nursing. Children should NOT use Cascara Sagrada Bark.

• Cascara Sagrada Bark (Rhamnus purshiana) 100% Natural.

Produced to ecological standards, free from agro-chemicals, non-irradiated and GMO-free.

• Brand: Ancient Purity.
• Origin: USA.
• Size: 200g (7.05 oz.) Bark.
• Package: Kraft Paper Pouch. 
• Storage:  Dried Bark can be stored anywhere, but ideally kept in the pouch.
• Estimated shelf life from purchase: 2-4 years.