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The Best Herbs For a Body Cleanse

A body cleanse involves flushing toxins out of the body to promote health. Traditional body cleanses require several doctor visits that can be time consuming or too expensive for some to afford. However, body cleanses can be performed at home using herbs and are generally inexpensive and require little time.

  1. Burdock Root

    • Burdock root is a herb encourages digestion and clears the body of acids that are expelled from the kidneys according to Spring Clean Cleanse. The benefits of using burdock root include decreased gastrointestinal issues, healing of skin conditions and the elimination of infections. To use burdock root as part of a body cleanse, mix 1 1/2 teaspoons of burdock root in a 8 ounce glass of a tea of your choice. Drink 3 to 5 glasses a day for as long as you wish. Burdock root should be used with caution as it can increase blood sugar and potassium levels.

    Dandelion Root

    • Dandelion root is helpful in a body cleanse by getting rid of toxins in the body. Dandelion root encourages bile to flow through the liver which in turn gets rid of toxins. If these toxins remain in the body, poor health and a sluggish, tired feeling can occur. Dandelion root can be used to cleanse the body by simmering one teaspoon of dandelion root in a 8 ounce cup of water. After 10 minutes, drink the concoction. This should be repeated 2 to 3 times a day for 1 to 2 weeks. People with low blood sugar are discouraged from taking dandelion root as it may cause dangerously low blood sugar in diabetics.

    Cascara Sagrada Bark

    • Cascara sagrada bark cleanses the body by having a laxative type effect. It is beneficial in treating jaundice and reducing the occurrence of hemorrhoids. To cleanse the body using cascara sagrada bark, swallow 1-2 pills with an 8 ounce glass of water preferably at bedtime for no more than a week. Side effects of cascara sagrada bark include vomiting and cramping. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should not use cascara sagrada bark as it may not be safe for the baby.

    Rosemary Leaf

    • Rosemary leaf cleanses the kidneys by removing the bacteria and reduces inflammation. Rosemary leaf has been found beneficial in treating menstrual cramps and Alzheimer's disease according to ANR Vitamins. Rosemary leaf tea bags can be purchased at a local health food store. To make rosemary leaf tea to cleanse the body, put one rosemary leaf tea bag in 6 ounces of boiling water. Leave it in the cup for 3 minutes and gently squeeze the bag over the cup to get out any fluid that is in the tea bag. Add honey or sugar substitute to sweeten. Rosemary leaf tea should be drunk at least once a day for one week to cleanse the body. Taking large doses of rosemary leaf can result in vomiting and lung swelling.

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