Prehistoric man and woman used plants to treat physical complaints long before written history began. They undoubtedly learned by trial and error which plants were useful and which weren't. In the written record, the study of herbs dates back over five thousand years to the Sumerians, who described well -established uses for such plants as laurel, caraway and thyme. The first known Chinese herb book, dating from about 2700 B.C., lists 365 herbal plants and their uses. The ancient Greeks and Romans valued plants for various uses and provided the patterns for later western medicine. The first European treatise on the properties and uses of medicinal plants, De Materia Medica, was compiled by the Greek Physician Dioscondes, in the first century A.D. This compendium remained the authoritative reference into the seventeenth century. The continuing importance of herbs for the centuries following the Middle Ages is indicated by the hundreds of herbal publications issued after the invention of printing in the fifteenth century, as well as a resurgence of interest in our own generation.
What the FDA has to do with herbals: In 1906 the FDA came into existence with the passage of the Federal Food and Drug Act. This act / law made it a crime for a processed consumable to be sold without an FDA approval. The FDA later partnered with the AMA to control the flow of drugs. Today, drugs approved by the FDA are those that can be isolated through chemical reaction (laboratory process). This of course excludes all natural substances such as herbs and herbal formulas as they do not go through lab processing. The chemical process renders drugs patenable as they are created in a laboratory and not in nature. The FDA does not recognize Homeopathy due to its limited laboratory processing.
The only processing that herbal formulas receive is via cold pressing into capsules or tablets, hardly a dense chemical laden laboratory process. Because of that, the dried leaves, roots, twigs, flowers and barks used in these mixtures are still viable and healing to the body. Therefore, the FDA does not recognize herbals as their lack of processing precludes them. The FDA is only interested in chemicals, drugs and big money. Herbal formulas are small potatoes compared to the remarkably lucrative drug industry.
The Importance Of Herbal Cleansing
These herbs have been used to cleanse the blood, aid in the digestion and easy absorption of nutrients, to stimulate circulation, and to maintain rapid detoxification of harmful chemicals. When the blood, cells and tissues are clean, the whole body becomes balanced and functions harmoniously.
Other than living in a hermetically scaled environment, it is impossible not to be contaminated, to some degree, by toxins.
Toxins in the blood due to dirty bowel circulate to every organ and cell. Maintaining a clean colon inhibits pollutants from entering the body, thus protecting the glandular and hormonal systems and sensitive tissues from interacting with these materials. In addition, by removing these stagnant colon wastes, more nutrients pass into the blood stream.
A body free of wastes, toxic poisons, drug residues, environmental pollutants is a healthier, more energetic body.
These things are essential for a healthy body.
WATER
With the exception of pure air, there is no other element
in nature that is as important as clean drinking water.
Water helps to deliver essential nutrients as well as
remove the blood's foulest materials. If you don't drink
enough water, the blood can get thick and sticky, and
the entire system has to work harder, letting waste materials
accumulate more quickly and creating problems. Drink
eight glasses of pure water daily.
EXERCISE
Proper
exercise in the open air and sunshine is among the greatest
gifts you can give yourself. It gives good form, strength,
buoyancy, and maintains a healthy, cheerful attitude.
It doesn't even have to be vigorous exercise like jogging,
aerobics, or swimming. Just taking a brisk twenty minute
walk is helpful and will increase the rate at which excess
calories are burned off. Regular exercise supports your
body's detoxification systems.
FASTING
Historically,
our ancestors used fasts to clear the mind before important
decisions were to be made. It helped their clarity and
awareness. They knew as you will discover through Herbal
Cleansing, that a clean body unclouds the mind, producing
cleaner, higher thought, besides helping you to control
your eating habits.Short fasts, even a day or two, are very
beneficial.It
is also very good for the body to abstain from rich food
and to eat only plain foood (vegetables, juices, fruits) for a few consecutive days.
Nature's
Best Cleansing Herbs
The following herbs are traditionally used during cleansing. They give support to the heart, lungs, kidneys and liver. Many will agree that a combination of herbs are powerful aids for healing the body without the use of chemicals.
These are the best herbs to use while doing a cleanse as they facilitate the cleansing process. When you prep your liver and kidney (for seven days) prior to starting your intensive total body cleanse, you greatly reduce any auto-toxicity / healing crisis responses associated with deep tissue detoxification. It is vital that your colon remain open and functioning in aiding this process. An unblocked colon allows you to absorb nutrients from the foods you eat. If you are thinking of doing a cleanse of any kind and have questions, ask your doctor. If you are on doctor prescribed medication let your doctor know that you want to do an herbal cleanse. Unfortunately the use of herbs is not taught in medical school. As a result many doctors are not familiar with herbals and may not share your enthusiasm regarding their use. Ultimately, it is up to you to "treat" yourself and make your own health decisions. Always decide what is good for you based on your own reading and research. If your doctor has your best interests in mind he or she will champion your interest in taking control of your own health. Cleanse and Purify and be healthy!
Barberry
Root helps remove morbid matter from the stomach
and bowels. It dilates blood vessels and has a very
powerful effect on liver problems.
Black
Cohosh Root has the ability to neutralize certain
poisons in the bloodstream. It contains calcium, potassium,
magnesium, and iron. It contains vitamin A factors,
and phosphorus.
Buckthorn
Bark has a stimulating effect on the bile and a
calming effect on the gastrointestinal tract. Also
good for the skin.
Burdock
Root is one of the best blood purifiers, and promotes
kidney function to help clear the blood of harmful
acids. It has anti-poisoning effects. It also aids
the pituitary gland by releasing protein to help adjust
hormone balance, which may aid in the adjustment of
excess weight. It contains vitamins C, A, P, and B
complex, iron and trace mineral factors. It is also
a tonic for the skin.
Capsicum
or Cayenne Fruitis said to be unequalled for helping
ward off certain ill-health conditions and promoting
blood circulation and body warmth. It is an excellent
internal disinfectant.Cayenne augments the power of
all other herbs. It often helps relieve cramps. It
containsvitamin A and C, iron, calcium, as well as
some B complex. It is also rich in potassium.
Cascara
Sagrada Bark is rich in hormone-like oils which
promote peristaltic action (the squeezing motion which
causes bowel movement) in the intentional canal. According
to research, Cascara Sagrada also helps restore natural
tone to the colon. It helps increase the secretions
of the stomach, liver, and pancreas. It helps in painless
evacuations, and is very cleansing to the colon. The
American Indians called it "The Secret Bark" because
of the excellent results they obtained. It contains
B-complex factors, calcium, potassium, and manganese.
Chickweed
Herb is valuable for combating blood toxicity and
inflammation. Chickweed resists plaque in the blood
vessels and fatty substances in the system. Soothes
internal inflammation. It is rich in iron, copper and
vitamin C. Also is a mild diuretic and may be helpful
in weight loss.
Dandelion
Root benefits the liver function. It helps stimulate
the liver to detoxify poisons. It may help reduce the
sugar in the blood and has anti-inflammatory properties.
It contains protein, vitamins A, B, C and E and is
rich in potassium, calcium, and sodium.
Echinacea is
beneficial as an infection fighter as an immune supporter.
It contains a substance that counteracts tissue-dissolving
enzymes, helping keep them out of the body tissue. It
increases the body's ability to resist infections by
aiding the production of white blood cells. It is considered
one of the best blood cleansers and has been called "King
of the Blood Purifiers". It contains vitamins A,
E, C, as well as iodine and copper.
Fennel
Seed helps nutritionally to suppress the appetite.
It aids the nervous system in helping to move waste
materials out of the body. It also counteracts herbs
that may cause intestinal cramps. It contains potassium,
sulfur and sodium.
Fenugreek
Seed has the ability to soften and dissolve hardened
masses of accumulated mucus. It reduces infections
in the lungs. Fenugreek contains lecithin which helps
dissolve cholesterol and contains lipotropic (fat dissolving)
substances, which dissolve deposits of fat. It contains
vitamins A and D, is rich in minerals and is high in
protein.
Gentian
Root stimulates the circulation and is one of the
best stomach tonics in the herb kingdom. It contains
a chemical that stimulates the secretion of stomach
acid. It is useful for strengthening the digestive
organs, the pancreas and the spleen, as well as the
kidneys. It contains B-complex, niacin and trace minerals.
Ginger
Root helps relieve indigestion and abdominal cramping
by soothing the gastrointestinal tract. Effective as
a cleansing agent through the bowels, kidneys, and
skin, it also stimulates circulation and warmth. It
also hastens the effect of other herbs and helps promote
a feelingof well being. It contains proteins,
vitamins A, C and B-complex as well as calcium, phosphorus,
iron, sodium, potassium, and magnesium, and contains
substances similar to the digestive enzymes that break
down proteins.
Golden
Seal Root has been recommended as a way of helping
to boost a sluggish glandular system and promoting
youthful hormone harmony. This membrane-strengthening
herb goes directly into the system and bloodstream
and helps regulate the liver function. It has been
used for alcoholism and indigestion. It contains vitamins
A and C, B-complex, E, plus calcium, copper, potassium,
lots of phosphorus, manganese, iron, zinc and sodium.
Irish
Moss purifies and strengthens the cellular structure
and vital fluids of the system, and is found in cosmetics
as a skin softener. It contains vitamins A, D, E and
K. High in calcium and iodine.
Licorice
Root works as a stimulant on the adrenal glands
and endocrine system. Licorice also stimulates cell
production of interferon, the body's own anti-viral
compound. Archaeologists found a bundle of licorice
sticks among King Tut's Tomb of Treasures. It contains
vitamin E, phosphorus, B-complex, biotin, niacin, pantothenic
acid, lecithin, manganese, iodine, chromium and zinc.
Milk
Thistle has been widely used in Europe as a digestive
tonic for years. Excellent for liver disorders, it
encourages liver cell renewal in a wide range of degenerative
conditions.
Mullein
Leaf is a very beneficial respiratory herb. It
has the ability to loosen mucus and move it out of
the body.It nourishes as well as strengthens. It contains iron, magnesium,
potassium, hesperidin, sulphur, and Vitamin A, D & B-complex.
Oregon
Grape Root is well known for the treatment of skin
problems. It is an excellent blood purifier. It also
aids in the assimilation of nutrients, with its stimulating
and purifying properties. It contains manganese, sodium,
copper and zinc.
Peach
Leaves are naturally laxative and have an excellent
soothing effect on the nervous system.
Peppermint
Leaf helps bring oxygen into the blood stream.
It is soothing to the system as well as strengthening
for the heart muscles. It contains vitamins A and C,
magnesium, potassium, niacin, inositol, iron and menthol.
Prickly
Ash Bark has a stimulating effect upon the lymphatic
system and circulation. It helps increase the activity
of the liver, pancreas, spleen and can increase urine
flow.
Psyllium
Husk is considered an excellent colon and intestinal
cleanser. It lubricates and helps increase the bulk
of the stool, and it may help absorb chemicals.
Rhubarb
Root is more than a pie filling. The root has been
used when fecal matter has accumulated in the intestines
or to help prevent such accumulation. It contains vitamins
A, C and B-complex.It is high in calcium and contains some
trace minerals.
Safflower
Herb is a popular remedy for sluggish liver and
gall bladder problems. It has the ability to remove
hard phlegm from the system. It neutralizes uric acid
and aids in bowel function. It contains vitamin K.
B
Sarsaparilla
Herb is used in glandular balance formulas and
has stimulating properties. It contains vitamins B-complex,
A, C and D, as well as iron, manganese, sodium, sulphur,
copper, zinc and iodine.
Slippery
Elm Bark has the ability to help neutralize stomach
acidity and to absorb foul gas. It helps boost output
of the cortin hormone, which in turn helps send blood-building
substances through the system. It helps draw out impurities
and soothes irritated or inflamed membranes. It contains
vitamin E. It also contains iron, sodium, calcium,
selenium, and other trace elements.
Yarrow
Flower is used as a tonic in helping to regulate
the function of the liver and heal the glandular system.
It acts as a blood cleanser. It contains vitamin A,
C, E, manganese, copper, potassium, iodine, iron and
anti-inflammatory factors.
Yellow
Dock Root is a natural astringent and powerful
blood purifier and is useful in certain skin ailments.
It helps improve the flow of bile and nutritionally
aids the spleen and liver. It contains vitamins A and
C, iron and trace minerals.
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