{"product_id":"gentian-gentiana-lutea","title":"Gentian (Gentiana Lutea)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe ultimate bitter tonic — digestive fire, liver stimulation, and appetite restoration from Europe's most powerful bitter root.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGentian root (Gentiana lutea) is the benchmark bitter herb in Western herbalism — so intensely bitter it can be detected at a dilution of 1 in 12,000. This bitterness is medicine: it triggers the entire digestive cascade, stimulating saliva, stomach acid, bile, and digestive enzymes before food even arrives. Long used across European Alpine traditions, gentian is the go-to herb for sluggish digestion, poor appetite, and liver congestion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDigestive bitters \u0026amp; enzyme stimulation · Liver \u0026amp; bile support · Appetite restoration · Bloating \u0026amp; dyspepsia · Gut microbiome support · Anti-inflammatory\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSteep ½–1 tsp dried gentian root in 250ml hot water for 5–10 mins. Drink a small cup 15–30 mins before meals to prime digestion. Intensely bitter — use sparingly and do not sweeten, as bitterness is the therapeutic mechanism. Pairs with licorice or orange peel to balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Expect Results\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDigestive priming \u0026amp; appetite: within 15–30 mins · Bloating \u0026amp; dyspepsia relief: 3–7 days · Liver \u0026amp; long-term digestive support: 3–6 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Poor appetite \u0026amp; digestive weakness\u003cbr\u003e• Bloating, dyspepsia \u0026amp; indigestion\u003cbr\u003e• Liver \u0026amp; gallbladder sluggishness\u003cbr\u003e• Low stomach acid\u003cbr\u003e• Post-illness digestive recovery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Should Avoid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Peptic ulcers or acid reflux — bitters increase stomach acid; avoid\u003cbr\u003e• Pregnant or nursing — avoid therapeutic use\u003cbr\u003e• Hypertension — use with caution\u003cbr\u003e• Gallstones — consult GP before use\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStore in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Best used within 12–24 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOrganically grown · Third-party tested · Free from pesticides \u0026amp; contaminants.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fiwi Herbs","offers":[{"title":"25g","offer_id":45955760455727,"sku":null,"price":2.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"50g","offer_id":45955760488495,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":45955760521263,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g","offer_id":45955760554031,"sku":null,"price":22.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":45955760586799,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":45955760619567,"sku":null,"price":74.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/1872\/4399\/files\/Gentian-Gentiana-Lutea.jpg?v=1788104378","url":"https:\/\/www.fiwiherbs.co.uk\/products\/gentian-gentiana-lutea","provider":"Fiwi Herbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}