Liver & Kidney Cleanse

Detoxifying the liver is one of the best and fastest ways to lose weight. Liver & Kidney Cleanse is a powerful tonic designed to aid in detoxifying the liver and kidneys. This is a new, great tasting, superfood blend of nourishing herbs and vegetables that can help cleanse and maintain the health of your liver and kidneys. 

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A healthy liver can improve fat loss

Your liver is your prime fat burning organ and it's also your prime detoxification organ. So, when your liver is overwhelmed with toxins - which is incredibly common these days - it makes it challenging for your liver to get around to burning fat.  And when this is the case, weight loss is very difficult - no matter what you do.  This is exactly why most people struggle when trying to lose weight, and this is the reason it so often seems like an uphill battle. Below are some herbs and vegetables that are useful for Liver detoxification:

Beetroot is a high-antioxidant vegetable that contains a number of important substances, including: betaine, betalains, fiber, iron, betacyanin, folate, and betanin. Pectin, which is a fiber found in beetroot, can also help clean the toxins that have been removed from the liver, allowing them to be flushed out of the system instead of reabsorbed by the body.

Carrots are the richest source of vitamin A that the body can assimilate. It also contains an ample supply of vitamins B, C, D, E, G, and K.

Tomatoes are a rich source of lycopene. The antioxidants in lycopene protect the liver from free radical damage. This allows the liver to function optimally, metabolizing and removing toxins from the body.

N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC) is used to create glutathione, which helps raise glutathione levels and supports the natural detoxification functions of the liver.

Taurine is the major amino acid required by the liver for the removal of toxic chemicals. Increasing evidence suggests that taurine may also help treat the most common cause of liver disease, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (or NAFLD). Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease occurs when too much fat accumulates in the liver, and it can be caused by insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome. Over time, the end result is the loss of liver function, leading to liver cirrhosis.

Dandelion is a natural herb used to help stimulate bile production while also promoting healthy liver detoxification.

Artichoke helps contribute to the maintenance of normal liver function and normal digestion.

Lecithin contains healthy fats, which are required for the functional and structural integrity of cell membranes. Lecithin, along with other substances, is used by the liver to make bile. Bile emulsifies fat and fat soluble nutrients like essential fatty acids along with vitamins A, D, E, and K. This emulsion facilitates the absorption of these nutrients into the body.

Below are some herbs and vegetables that are useful for Liver detoxification:

Hydrangea root (Hydrangea Arborescens) The most common use for hydrangea is for the kidneys and bladder because of its effective diuretic property which helps increase the flow of urine. This removes impurities from the system and lessens the likelihood of infection along the entire urinary tract, which includes the kidneys, bladder, prostate (in men) and urethra. Hydrangea is also considered an anti-lithic herb, which prevents stones or gravel from forming in the kidneys and bladder. As an anti-lithic herb, it can also assist the body in removing stones and gravel from these organs.

Gravel root (Eupatorium purpureum) also exhibits both diuretic and anti-lithic properties. Used primarily for kidney stones or gravel (which accounts for its name), it also helps with cystitis, dysuria, urethritis, and pelvic inflammatory disease. It can also play a role in the systemic treatment of rheumatism and gout as it encourages excretion of excess uric acid.

Marshmallow root (Althaea Officinalis) aids in the passage of kidney stones and is used in combination with other diuretic herbs for kidney treatments which assist in the release of gravel and stones. It works very well for urinary problems.

Marshmallow has factors which combine with and eliminate toxins, helping the body to cleanse. This makes marshmallow an excellent herb to add to other formulas to help neutralize toxins that are the causative factors of arthritis. 

Juniper Berries are used to treat infections, especially within the urinary tract, bladder, kidneys, and prostate. Their antiseptic properties help remove waste and acidic toxins from the body, stimulating a fighting action against bacterial and yeast infections. Juniper Berries make an excellent antiseptic in conditions such as cystitis. But the essential oil present in this herb is quite stimulating to the kidney nephrons. Some texts warn that juniper oil may be a kidney irritant at higher doses, nonetheless, people with serious kidney disease probably shouldn’t take juniper.

Contemporary herbalists primarily use juniper as a diuretic (“water pill”) component of herbal formulas designed to treat bladder infections . The volatile oils of juniper reportedly increase the rate of kidney filtration, thereby increasing urine flow and perhaps helping to “wash out” offending bacteria. The volatile oils, particularly terpinen-4-ol, may cause an increase in urine volume. According to some sources, juniper increases urine volume without a loss of electrolytes such as potassium. It is recommended by the German Commission E for kidney ailments. 

Uva ursi (Arctosyaphylos uva ursi) The chief constituent of Uva Ursi is a glycoside called arbutin. This is what is responsible for its diuretic action. During its excretion arbutin produces an antiseptic effect on the urinary mucous membrane and can therefore help eliminate urinary tract infections. Tannic acid is also contained in the leaves. This herb also helps to keep the pH balance of urine from being too acid. It actually strengthens the lining of the urinary tract and helps to relieve any inflammation in the system. It has a direct sedative effect on the bladder walls. For chronic inflammation of the bladder or kidneys Uva Ursi has no equal. Two studies report that urine from individuals given uva ursi is active against the most commonly involved bacteria in bladder and urinary tract infection.

This study supports the results of a double blind study of 57 women with recurrent cystitis. After one year, the placebo group had 20% incidence of recurrent cystitis, whereas the uva ursi group had no recurring infection. In addition it has anti-lithic properties that help in dissolving crystals not just in the kidneys, but throughout the body as well. It has, therefore, been used for arthritis and other painful joint problems. 

Parsley root (Petroselinum crispum) An important diuretic, parsley root also helps clear uric acid from the urinary tract and helps dissolve and expel gallstones and gravel – and prevent their future formation. It also inhibits the secretion of histamine and is therefore useful in treating hives and relieving other allergy symptoms. A decoction of parsley root can help eliminate bloating and reduce weight by eliminating excess water gain. Note: the German Commission E, an advisory panel on herbal medicines, has approved parsley for use in the prevention and treatment of kidney stones.