Essiac tea originated in the early 1920s when a Canadian nurse named Rene Caisse (essiac is Caisse spelled backwards) received the formula from a patient who acquired the recipe from an Ojibwa medicine man. She went on to use the essiac tea formula for many years with positive results. Nurse Caisse passed away in 1978, but her essiac tea recipe remains to be appreciated by all who use it.

Trout Lake Farm began manufacturing Camas Prairie Tea in 1994. At the time of its conception it was known as Caisse’s Herbal Tea. Although this new venture was a departure from Trout Lake Farm’s roots in farming & supplying raw materials, we felt that it was important to introduce a reasonably-priced but high-quality alternative to the more expensive essiac products in the marketplace. Three of the ingredients — Burdock, Sheep Sorrel and Rhubarb — were already being grown on our farm. We sourced the Slippery Elm which is the fourth ingredient, designed our simple packaging and were ready to find our niche in the market.

Many years later, the demand for Camas Prairie Tea essiac Blend continues to grow, and we are pleased to offer this valuable formula.

Camas Prairie Tea essiac Blend contains only 100% Organic Certified & Kosher Certified ingredients. Trout Lake Farm is proud to maintain the highest quality standards from Field to Finish.

How did Camas Prairie Tea essiac Blend originate? Rene Caisse, a Canadian nurse, received the formula from a patient who acquired the recipe from an Ojibwa medicine man. Beginning in the 1920s, Rene administered the formula to her patients with positive results. “Essiac” is the name Caisse spelled backwards!

What is Camas Prairie Tea essiac Blend used for? We recommend that you consult your health care practitioner for professional assistance regarding the use of Camas Prairie Tea essiac Blend.

Where can I buy this product? Trout Lake Farm manufactures Camas Prairie Tea essiac Blend. Distribution is handled by the distributors listed above.

What are the Camas Prairie Tea essiac Blend Ingredients? Burdock root (Articum lappa), Sheep Sorrel (Rumex acetosella), Slippery Elm bark (Ulmus rubra) and Rhubarb root (Rheum palmatum) are used in this formula. These herbs are organically grown and manufactured in accordance with National Organic Program and European Union standards.

The directions are complicated; should I follow them exactly? We suggest you follow the directions precisely. These are the original directions used by Rene Caisse.

Why should the tea be stored in amber glass bottles? Camas Prairie Tea essiac Blend is light sensitive and should be refrigerated in a dark container. You might re-use root beer, prune juice or iced tea bottles or any dark glass container.

Where can I purchase new amber glass bottles?
• Specialty Bottle Supply, www.specialtybottle.com, 206-340-0459
• Sunburst Bottle Company, www.sunburstbottle.com, 916-348-5576

What does Camas Prairie Tea essiac Blend taste like? This tea blend has an earthy, wholesome taste. It can be sweetened if desired.

Should I drink the Camas Prairie Tea essiac Blend cold or hot? It is equally effective whether consumed cold or hot.

When I purchase the 3-pound jug, the finer particles settle to the bottom. How do I get the correct dosage of each herb when I make the recipe? Gently shake the jug to re-mix the ingredients before measuring.