Number one in skin conditions of all types.
Promotes kidney function and helps remove acid build-up within the
body, especially sulfuric, phosphoric and uric acids.Scientific name: Arctium lappa
Parts used: Leaves, roots and seeds
Actions: Alterative, anti-inflammatory, antiscorbutic, aperient, astringent
(mild to medium), demulcent, depurative, diaphoretic, lipotropic,
stomachic, tonic, sedative.Butcher’s Broom
A great circulatory herb.
Has anti-inflammatory properties (flavonoids and tannins) which help
remove plaque in the vascular system. Used in cases of phlebitis.
Tones and strengthens the vascular walls (arteries, capillaries and veins),
thus used for varicose veins, hemorrhoids and post aneurysms.
Increases circulation throughout the body, especially to the peripheral
areas (e.g., brain, hands and feet).
Antithrombotic (use to prevent postoperative thrombosis).
Strengthens bones and connective tissue.
Aids alkalization of the blood.Scientific name: Iuscus aculeatus
Parts used: Herb and rhizome.
Actions: Anti-inflammatory, aromatic, cellular proliferator, diuretic,
laxative (mild), vasoconstrictor.Cascara Sagrada
A great herb in low dosages to strengthen the GI tract.
Helps tone and strengthen the intestines.
Increases and strengthens peristalsis.
Increases secretions of the liver, pancreas, stomach and intestines.
Strengthens the autonomic nervous system of the alimentary canal.
Use for constipation, but better used in a cleaning and rebuilding formula
for the GI tract.
Helps clean and strengthen the liver.
Promotes bile secretion.