Oregon Grape Root
(Mahonia aquifolia)

Boldo Leaf
(Peumus boldus)

Dandelion Root
(Taraxacum officinale)

Schisandra consists of the dried ripe fruit of the Chinese magnolia. It contains lignans that have been shown to have anti-oxidant and liver-protecting effects, preventing the damage of lipid peroxidation produced by toxins.

Dandelion The roots & leaves are bitter tonics and have a strong diuretic action as well as high iron, potass-ium and inulin content. Dandelion has been called an alterative or "blood-cleansing" herb, used in many form-ulas for detoxification, liver dysfunction, stimulation of bile, & skin treatments for acne, eczema and psorrhiasis.

Oregon Grape contains isoquinoline alkaloids, especially berberine, which is also found in barberry & gold-enseal, having anti-bacterial and anti-oxidant properties. It is used as a treatment for acne, eczema & psorrhiasis.

Bupleurum The roots of this umbelliferous herb have been used in China as a bitter tonic for the liver & circ-ulatory systems. It is also anti-viral & anti-hepatotoxic, but should not be taken in conjunction with interferon.

Burdock contains up to 50% inulin, and is eaten fresh as gobo in Japan. It has a reputation for treating skin ail-ments such as eczema, psorrhiasis, acne, & dermatitis. It has been used as supportive therapy for cancer & HIV.

Boldo is a tree native to Chile with leaves containing monoterpenoid essential oils, flavonol glycosides, boldine & other aporphinoid alkaloids, which increase the secretion of bile from the liver, aiding digestive functions. It also has anti-hepatotoxic properties, preventing liver cell damage from lipid peroxidation produced by toxins.

Red Clover Blossoms are known for their alterative or "blood cleansing" actions, which make them useful for detoxification and for treating skin disorders. They contain coumarins, phenolic glycosides, & flavonoids.

Nettles have been shown to be rich in chlorophyll as well as minerals including calcium, boron, iron, magnes-ium, potassium, zinc and Vitamin C. They are used to treat skin complaints such as acne, & also for joint pain.

Licorice Root contains glycyrrhizin, an active compound which inhibits liver cell injury caused by many toxinsIt is used in the treatment of hepatitis and cirrhosis. Licorice is contra-indicated for hypertension and edema.