There are
several formulas of this type out there, but this particular one targets fatty
liver while helping to lower cholesterol, purifies the blood and strengthens
the liver.
Ingredients: Artichoke leaf, Barberry bark, Dandelion
Root, Dandelion Leaf, Milk Thistle leaf, Cayenne, ionized water, 30% alcohol
Herb: ARTICHOKE LEAF
Botanical name: Cynara scolymus
Origin: France
Therapeutic actions:
Anti-cholesterolemic; Anti-rheumatic; Antioxidant; Choleretic;
Cholagogue; Digestive; Diuretic; Hepatic; Hypoglycemic; Lithotripsic.
Nutrients: Potassium, Iron, Magnesium, Vitamins A and c.
Drug interactions:
No known drug interactions.
Description: Artichoke Leaf has been
used in the treatment of dyspeptic and hepatic disorders due to poor
assimilation of fat because of insufficient bile secretion.
Internal Use: It
has been used for abdominal pain, appetite, bile, constipation, digestion,
dyspepsia, flatulence, gallstones, liver, nausea, triglycerides, diabetes, IBS
(irritable bowel syndrome), gallbladder, high cholesterol, hypertension,
anemia, diarrhea, fevers, ulcers and gout.
Suggested dosage:
1-4 grams 3 times daily.
CAUTION: Do not
take if you have gall stones or bile duct occlusion.
Herb: BARBERRY
ROOT BARK
Botanical name: Berberis vulgaris
Origin: USA/India
Therapeutic
actions: Anti-bacterial;
Anti-oxidant; Anti-inflammatory; Alterative; Anthelmintic; Anti-pruritic;
Anti-rheumatic; Antiseptic; Appetizer; Astringent; Antacid; Aperitive;
Anti-cancer; Bitter; Blood Purifier; Cholagogue; Diaphoretic; Diuretic;
Expectorant; Hepatic; Hypotensive; Laxative;
Ophthalmic; Purgative; Refrigerant; Resolvant; Stomachic; Tonic.
Nutrients:
Calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium,
silicon, zinc vitamins B1, B2, B3 and C.
Drug interactions:
Interacts with Doxycycline. Check with doctor before using
Tetracycline with Barberry.
Description: It is one of the best liver herbs.
Internal uses: It
has been used for biliousness, liver trouble, loss of appetite, enlarged
spleen, constipation, jaundice, diarrhea, anemia and blood building. It is
especially powerful for correcting liver disorders by helping the bile to flow
more freely. For a mild dose it is a laxative and in larger doses, a purgative.
A tonic for debilitated conditions; regulates the digestive system. It has also
been used for high blood pressure, dysentery, fevers, sluggish gallbladder,
indigestion, infections, pyorrhea, syphilis and typhoid fever. It has also been
good for infection, parasites, psoriasis and vaginitis.
External uses: Also
offers potential as an eye tonic, and has been used as a gargle and a mouthwash
for sore throats.
Suggested dosage:
Tincture: 2 -5 ml before meals.
Caution: Do not use if pregnant. Not for long
term use (2 weeks).
Herb: DANDELION LEAF
Herb: DANDELION ROOT
Botanical name: Taraxacum officinale
Origin: Hungary/China
Therapeutic actions:
Anti-bacterial, Aperient; Cholagogue; Depurative; Diuretic;
Hepatic; Laxative; Stomachic; Tonic; Warts.
Nutrients: Calcium,
iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, zinc, vitamins B1,
B2, B3 and C .
Drug interactions:
Interacts with Ciproflacin, Loop diuretics, Spironolactone, Thiazide
diuretics, Triamterene.
Description: Dandelion
has been used in the treatment of gall bladder and urinary disorders. It is a
valuable blood purifier.
Internal uses: Pregnancy
and postpartum support. A blood purifier used for liver and kidney disorders.
It contains nutritive salts to build up the blood. It has a mild laxative
effect. It increases bile production and stimulates its flow to the
gallbladder, where it also causes contractions and the release of bile. Has
been used for gallstones, jaundice, cirrhosis, dyspepsia with constipation,
edema associated with high blood pressure and heart weakness, chronic joint and
skin complaints, gout, eczema and acne. The plant has an anti-bacterial action,
inhibiting the growth of Staphylococcus aureus, Pneumococcal, Meningococcal,
Bacillus dysenteries, B. typhi, C. diphtheriae, Proteus etc. Other uses : eczema (combine with Chickweed),
skin diseases, scurvy, jaundice, gall bladder, mental fatigue, leg cramps,
bowels, bladder, diabetes, asthma, aging, acne, spleen, low blood pressure,
liver problems, psoriasis, low endurance, anemia, high blood pressure,
hypoglycemia, rheumatism, stomach and
warts.
Suggested dosage:
Tincture 2--5 ml, 3 times daily.
CAUTION: Do
not use if have gallstones or obstruction of bile ducts.
Herb: CAYENNE ROOT
Botanical name: Capsicum minimum
Origin: India
Therapeutic actions:
Anesthetic; Anti-hemorrhoidal; Anti-bacterial; Alterative;
Astringent; Antispasmodic; Anti-rheumatic; Antiseptic; Carminative;
Diaphoretic; Digestive; Emetic; Irritant; Pungent; Rubefacient; Sialagogue;
Stimulant; Stomachic; Sudorific; Tonic.
Nutrients: Amino acids, calcium, essential fatty acids, folate, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, zinc, vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, C, E and G.
Drug interactions:
Supports interaction with aspirin.
Description: It
is considered by many to be the strongest stimulant known.
Internal uses:
Use as a relaxant to the stomach and colon and as a healer for ulcers.
It has been able to stimulate the stomach and is not irritating when small
doses are used. Cayenne stimulates the blood and the heart, increasing and
strengthening the pulse. It does well in dilating blood vessels and thus
relieving chronic congestion of people addicted to drink. It has been used as a
tonic and is said to be unequalled in warding off disease because of the high
vitamin C content. It has been used for colds, sinus, respiratory ailments,
indigestion, hangover, diabetes, cramps, circulation problems, asthma,
rheumatism, kidneys and high blood pressure. It has been used with ginger to
clean out the bronchial tubes and sinus cavities, as a gargle for sore throats,
as an emergency treatment for shock, for hemorrhage and bleeding wounds - use
internally and externally. Also good for headaches (cluster and migraine),
obesity, indigestion, heartburn, osteoarthritis, pain, shingles, rheumatoid
arthritis, bursitis, low back pain and neuropathy.
Caution: Should not be used in large doses
because it can irritate the gastro-intestinal tract.
