A Guide to Detoxification Supplements
August 9th, 2010Healing with herbs is re-emerging as a valued medicinal approach and a bigger variety of cathartic herbs are making their way into health food and grocery stores. Herbal medicines are usually available in capsule form or in tinctures, which can be conveniently used anywhere with just a few drops under the tongue.
Here are a small list of herbs that are most fundamental to a body detox plan.
Milk Thistle is a potent anti-oxidant that heals the liver, raises the flow of bile, and functions as an overall tonic to a number of other organs. It promotes the maturation of new liver cells.
Burdock Root is both a diuretic and a tonic. Burdock helps to remove impurities from the blood, and it assists in reconstructing efficient liver, gallbladder and kidney function. It also stimulates the immune system with its anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties.
Dandelion is a mighty liver tonic, a diuretic and a highly efficient blood cleansing agent. Dandelion brings down cholesterol and enhances the function of the kidneys, stomach, spleen and pancreas.
Yellow Dock Root is a blood detoxifier. Yellow dock restores the colon and liver function. Yellow dock is also healing for anemia, the spleen and gall bladder.
Red Clover is a gentle cleansing agent and has anti-bacterial properties. It is not only a blood detoxifier, it is also an appetite suppressant, and a sedative.
Echinacea strengthens the immune system by combatting viruses, bacteria and other contagious germs. It is also famous for detoxifying the lymphatic system.
You can look for mixes of these herbs, there are many detox herbs and tonics available now. If you use the herbs individually, make sure not to use too much at a time. Some of these detox herbs are very potent, and the goal of detoxing the body is to give it relaxation and rejuvenation. This is why a safe and natural detox program is of the essence. In our effort to detox our body, we must be conscientious that we aren’t too harsh. This will protect your body and reduce the side effects that are normal with cleansing.