Ingredients: Kawakawa, Olive Leaf, Astragalus, Burdock plus Dandelion and Echinacea

• Congested & Feeling miserable?
• Anti-biotics just haven't been as effective as usual?
• Always seem to be 'catching something'?
• Enlarged lymph nodes (lymph glands)
• Bugs, flu and colds seem to hit you each year?
• Prone to virus, fungal infections & bacterial infections?
• Cough, cough, cough?
• Nightime stuffy nose and stuffy head?
• Boils, skin eruptions, acne?
• High uric acid levels or often get gout?
• Need a blood cleanser?
• Adrenal overload?
• Fever or persistent infection?
• Need an immune support boost to carry you through the winter?
• Fluid retention?

KAWAKAWA a powerful blood cleanser traditionally used for boils, skin eruption, persistent infection & rheumatism. OLIVE LEAF found to be effective against many viral, fungal & bacterial infections and demonstrated to reduce uric acid activity. This may be beneficial for gout and arthritis sufferers (Belgian Pharmacology journal 1994) ECHINACEA assists in acute auto-infection, blood poisoning and general septic conditions, ulcers and catarrh ASTRAGALUS known as the King of herbs. Promotes healing & tissue regeneration and raises immunity to Para influenza virus, improves adrenal function & aids in stress reduction BURDOCK cleansing, diuretic, anti-rheumatic, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory herbal action. Naturally high in iron, minerals and vitamins this blood purify is an effective traditional remedy for skin eruptions and acne DANDELION liver and digestive tonic, hepatic & stimulates bile flow. Used for fluid retention, stiff & painful joints, skin eruptions and unlike many diuretics, does not cause potassium loss. CAYENNE contains capsaicin a potent pain relief agent, flavonois which strengthen blood vessel walls and support better blood flow, vitamin C which strengthen capillaries and cell walls and also assists in the production of haemoglobin in red blood cells. Kiwikitz™ Germs-B-Ware - Immune Defence & Lymphatic Congestion support is a blend of tasty herbal extracts, selected for their traditional, time proven and more recently, well researched abilities in supporting the immune system towards better health.

Kumarahou is valued traditionally as a blood purifier & common remedy for bronchial and kidney complaints. Kumarahou is used by Maori and early settlers with good results for asthma and is a particularly helpful Rongoa for children and the elderly because it is such a gentle remedy. Common traditional maori uses and historic pharmaceutical recommendations for Kumarahou are:

• Lung & Chest - bronchial ailments & winter bugs
• Stimulates breast milk flow
• Contains valuable flavonoids - Quercetin & Kampferol (anitoxidants)
• Traditionally considered a very safe remedy for both children & the elderly
• Kidney & Urinary complaints
• Heartburn
• Skin problems, skin cancer and rash

Kiwikitz ™ Kumarahou is made from the leaves and flowers of Kumarahou in the concentrated form of a herbal extract. Rev. Edgar Ward, a Pharmacists from Kaitaia around the turn of the century, made a remedy using both Kumarahou and Koromoko and claimed to have cured not only Asthma but also several people suffering from Tuberculosis. Kumarahou ointment was produced and sold for Skin Cancer. Pregnant woman should avoid herbals unless specifically prescribed by a Herbalist, Homeobotanical Therapist or Natural Medicine Practitioner.

Ingredients: Kumarahou, Thyme, Skullcap, Fenugreek, Albizza, Chamomile

• Common bronchial complaints
• Lung elixir tonic
• Sore throat and cold symptoms
• Mucus build-up
• Sinus congestion
• Anti-allergic & anti-microbial herbal action
• Fever reducing traditional remedy

  These user-friendly drops can be carried in a pocket or handbag. Larger bottles are available for family use. Kumarahou - (Pomaderris kumerahou) - traditional blood purifier & common remedy for bronchial and kidney complaints. Kumarahou is used by Maori with good results for asthma, lung conditions, common bronchial ailments, colds and congestion and is a particularly valuable and treasured Rongoa for children and the elderly. Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) - recommended for chronic and acute respiratory infection and commonly prescribed for sore throat, colds and flu. Thyme stimulates and relaxes which then regulates as required Skullcap (Scuttelaria lateriflora) - actions are cooling and relaxing. A powerful restorative nervine, skullcap's calming ability has an important role to play in this remedy where spasms, stress and tension may exacerbate the condition. Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-gaecum) - Fenugreek seeds are traditionally used to reduce fever and to counteract phelm. One of the oldest known medicinal herbs, fenugreek was used by Hippocrates. Because fenugreek reduces mucus, this herb is recommended for sinus and respiratory conditions. Hypo-glycaemic & hypo-cholesterolaemic action. Albizzia (Albizzia labbeck) - a traditional Ayurvedic remedy, albizzia has demonstrated specific properties as an ‘anti-allergic' and is recommended for atopic allergies ie; asthma, eczema and allergic rhinitis Chamomile (Matricaria recutita) - recommended for reducing inflammation; as an anti-microbial; antiseptic and sedative. German chamomile is specific for catarrh conditions. Note - chamomile should not be taken at the same time as iron supplements.

Kawakawa Specific Herbal Actions - bitter tonic (stimulates salivary glands, liver, pancreas & stomach & improves overal wellbeing), anthelminitic (kills or removes worms), depurative (used to be called Alterative - blood purifier, substance that help detox & eliminate metabolic waste), aphrodisiac (stimulates sexual arousal)

• bitter tonic useful for digestive complaints
• powerful blood cleanser & detoxing agent
• all skin conditions including boils & skin eruptions - externally and internally
• rheumatic pain & joint mobility conditions - externally & internally
• reducing infection and fungal conditions
• stimulates the salivary glands therefore valuabled for toothache
• externally used fresh leaf poultice or as liquid put directly on skin
• infusions in bath for detoxing
• bitter root used for urinary complaints
• bruises
• leaf & bark for cuts and wounds
• leaves used with steam for inhalation to stimulate kidneys, salivary glands and believed to be an aphrodisiac
• fruit & seeds were used for diuretic purposes

Kawakawa Rongoa is time proven and has been used traditionally by Maori and new settlers alike for the above issues. Kiwikitz™ Kawakawa NZ Native Herbal is in the concentrated form of a herbal extract made from the fresh leaves of the Kawakawa plant. Pregnant & lactating woman should avoid herbals and supplementation unless specifically prescribed by a Herbalist, Homeobotanical Therapist or Natural Medicine Practitioner

Koromiko Herb Action - bitter tonic (digestive stimulant & helps overall health), styptic (stops bleeding), astringent (contracts tissue & constricts mucus membranes causing protective barrier).

Traditional, time proven NZ Native Plant Remedies include Koromiko. Listed below are many health issues Maori and early settlers used Koromiko for either as an infusion, chewing the herb, mixed with other NZ native plants, applied externally and by using the plant in vapour baths. Suzanne Aubert and early chemists used Koromiko widely and valued its many applications.

• Dysentery & diarrhoea (astringent action)
• Infatile diarrohea
• Venereal disease (traditional use)
• Used for Cholera by early NZ Chemists & settlers
• Headaches
• Inducing labour & shortening the duration of the birthing process
• Promotes flow of bile
• Sores in Children
• Haemorrhaging - externally applied
• Varicose veins
• Headaches
• Candida overgrowth - current research has demonstrated good results with the antifungal action of Koromiko

Primarily used by Maori in treating dysentery and diarrhoea and as a general bowel detox, Koromiko leaves, stimulate evacuation of the bowel. During the Second World War, Maori & Pakeha were sent Koromiko leaves which were chewed raw or steeped. Koromiko promotes bile flow and was commonly used to cure bladder and kidney ailments. During labour, both Maori & Pakeha made Koromiko tea to induce labour and to promote a quicker birthing process.

Pregnant or lactating woman should avoid all herbal preparations unless prescribed by a Herbalist, Homeobotanical Therapist

KARENGO (Porphra columbina)-Parengo

• General Fluid Retention & Lymphatic Congestion
• Lymphoedema - Lymphatic System Support
• Thirst Quenching
• Thyroid Stimulant - Valuable Iodine in Natural Form
• Natural Source of Vitamin C
• Vegetarians - Excellent source of Vitamin B12 often lacking in Vegetarian Diet
• Pick-Me-Up - Highly Nutritious - Amino Source
• When Recovering from Illness
• Weightloss - has Anti-Obesity Action

Note: Contra-indicated for Hyperthyroidism but suitable for poor thyroid activity i.e. Hypothyriodism. If taking drug medication for thyroid condition, check with your medical practitioner before taking karengo, bladderwrack or any other forms of seaweed as supplementation The greenish purple seaweed known as Karengo is extremely nutritious and recommend for the above issues and nutritional needs. When Maori fought in the Middle East, whanau sent supplies to soldiers to chew while marching. Karengomis an excellent source of:

• protein
• trace minerals
• iodine
• selenium
• Vitamin B complex including the important Vitamin B12
• Vitamin C

Pregnant or lactating woman should avoid herbs and supplementation unless directed otherwise by their Herbalist, Homeobotanical Therapist or Natural Medicine Practitioner

Febrifuge (prevents or reduces fever) alterative (depurative - meaning blood cleanser or substance that detoxes and eliminates metabolic waste), haemostatic (stops external bleeding), anti-bacterial (destroys or inhibits bacteria), anthelmintic (kills & expells intestinal worms). Has been traditionally used as a valuable remedy by Maori and early settlers for the following:

• Cough, sinus congestion, fevers, any congestion
• Ringworm and other fungal conditions
• Colic & wind pain & general digestive upsets
• Skin - particularly sores and wounds i.e. use internally and the drops can also be used directly on skin
• Inflammed, congested breasts
• Urinary and Kidney Issues
• May be added to water when bathing
• May be rubbed directly on to inflammed or ulcerated gums
• Blood cleansing
• Use a a mouthwash for bad breath
• Vitamin C rich
• Winter bugs

Known as the Tea tree, this valuable NZ native plant remedy has traditional uses listed above that are still relevant today. Kiwikitz™ Manuka is in the concentrated form of a herbal extract. Fresh plant matter vapour is inhaled for sinus & chest congestion -contains volatile oil

The sweet gum on the Manuka branches (pia Manuka) was traditionally taken for coughing. Young leaves are used for colic, general digestive problems, sores, wounds, inflamed breasts and urinary issues. The astringent properties make this a great remedy for diarrhoea.

Captain Cook gave his crew Manuka Tea consisting of Manuka leaves and stalk valued for the the Vitamin C and overall nutritional content - to keep Scurvy at bay.

As a general rule - supplements , herbals & ronga should be avoided by pregnant and lactating woman unless specifically recommended by their Herbalist, Homeobotanical Therapist or Natural Medicine Practitioner.