How It Works

Burdock

The Chinese have promoted burdock as a healthy, nutritive food for ages. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), compounds in burdock help detoxify the blood and promote healthy circulation. It also helps protect the liver against toxins. Burdock root is a rich source of inulin, a non-digestible dietary fiber that stimulates the growth and activity of beneficial intestinal bacteria and promotes gut health. Inulin also appears to have liver-protecting effects. Plus, burdock contains bitter compounds that promote the secretion of digestive fluids and may help improve appetite.

Pau D'Arco

According to records, pau d’arco was used by the Incas, Kallawayas and other native South American groups for its many healing properties. They called it taheebo or lapacho. Pau d'arco's active components, including lapachol and beta-lapachone, provide important properties for supporting the immune system and healthy gut microflora. Pau d'arco bark also contains significant amounts of quercetin, a powerful antioxidant. Plus, pau d'arco helps maintain a healthy circulatory system.

Red Clover

Wild red clover commonly grows in meadows throughout Europe and Asia. The Europeans brought red clover to America centuries ago and it’s now cultivated in North America too. It was quickly adopted by native residents who used it for blood purification, skin concerns, respiratory system complaints, and as a support for aging women. Health care practitioners believe that red clover’s diuretic activity “purifies” the blood, improving circulation and helping to cleanse the liver.

Dandelion

Dandelion supports the digestive system and is reported to have tonic effects on the liver and gallbladder. Dandelion has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for thousands of years to nourish and support the kidneys, liver and gallbladder. Dandelion contains polysaccharides that may support liver function and help detoxify the liver. Animal studies show that antioxidants found in dandelion root (including caffeic acid and luteolin) help protect the liver and may also support healthy cholesterol levels.

Yellow Dock

Yellow dock root is a source of plant-based iron and other minerals. The plant's vitamin C content helps the body to better absorb iron. Yellow dock root is frequently used in Western herbal medicine as a blood-building tonic to promote healthy iron levels, build the blood, and support the circulatory system. Yellow dock also supports liver function and nourishes the urinary system.

Buckthorn

Buckthorn bark is a powerful herb celebrated for its ability to help loosen the bowels. Buckthorn has been used in folk medicine for centuries to help relieve occasional constipation. Buckthorn contains anthraquinones, which are responsible for its mild bowel-cleansing effect. These substances increase the content of water in the bowel and promote the movement of the intestines. Buckthorn is considered to have a similar, but milder laxative action compared to cascara. Also called alder, dogwood and arrow wood, buckthorn grows in Europe and North America.

Cascara Sagrada

Cascara sagrada has been used as a natural laxative throughout the world. Cascara sagrada supports intestinal cleansing and helps to keep things moving by stimulating the movement of the intestines and increasing the content of water in the bowel. The end result is that toxins spend less time in the bowel, thereby reducing the time that they can affect intestinal cells or be absorbed into the body. Cascara’s hydroxyanthracene derivatives also support the body’s detoxification processes.

Yarrow

Yarrow nutritionally supports the mucous membranes and has a soothing effect on the digestive system. Yarrow has been traditionally used as a bitter digestive tonic, and it may also support the immune system and respiratory health. Native Americans embraced yarrow for a variety of applications, including minor discomfort and digestive support. Modern research suggests that yarrow nourishes the liver and may also influence blood sugar metabolism.

Oregon Grape

Oregon grape root has been traditionally used for circulatory and digestive ailments and to support immune system function. Oregon grape also supports the liver and gallbladder. Oregon grape root contains a powerful immune-supporting alkaloid called berberine, which has been shown to promote gut health and proper gastric function and intestinal transit.

Sarsaparilla

Sarsaparilla, also called smilax, was used by some Central and South American cultures for skin conditions, joint discomfort and urinary problems. Sarsaparilla has also been used historically to support healthy glandular and liver function and to clean the blood by removing toxins from the body. It may also help increase urine flow.