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Love Your Liver Tea
Love Your Liver Tea
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- gluten free
- sustainably sourced
- herbalist formulated
Multicolumn
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Ingredients
*NETTLE, *CALENDULA, *PEPPERMINT, *DANDELION ROOT, *MILK THISTLE SEEDS
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Suggested Dosage
Proactive : 1 tsp daily
Reactive : 1 tbsp 2x daily -
Contraindications
Use with caution if you are on diuretics, or if you have any allergies to the listed ingredients.
the center of the soul
Many ancient cultures, believed the liver was the center of the soul. Galen believed that the liver was the first organ to form, and that it did so in the formation of the fetus.
In Greek mythology specifically, the liver is regarded as the location of one's passion, emotion, anger, and wrath.
In Sept of 1877 "The Liver of Piacenza" was found. A liver clay model was found in the province of Piacenza. It is a life-sized bronze model of a sheep's liver covered in Etruscan inscriptions. Historians have dated it as far back as the 2nd century.
A liver clay model was also found in Mesopotamia. Historians found inscriptions on a sheep's liver clay model.
The myths of Prometheus and Tityus show us the importance of the liver. Historians believe that ancient cultures did not know the liver could regenerate, but with their dedication to the study of the liver, how they spoke of the liver, and their beliefs of the liver being the center of the soul is admirable.
The liver serves over 500 metabolic functions. Liver imbalance often begins as digestive issues, due to low digestive bile production. Constipation, skin rashes, reoccuring illnesses, hormonal imbalances, mood swings, poor circulation, acne, and swelling at the joints; are all signs of a low functioning liver.
Nettle is thought of as a tonic for its high vitamin and mineral content. Nettle's actions are also, antiproliferative, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, analgesic. Nettle also supports the cardiovascular system.
Nettle is known as Nature's natural antihistamine. Used for hundreds of years to provide allergy relief; by its ability to naturally block histamine production. Newly emerging research has confirmed this, you can read more here.
Nettle increases urine output while decreasing the uric acid plasma levels. The diuretic action of Nettle makes it useful in those dealing with; fluid retention, arthritis with swollen joints, gout, and congestive heart disease.
The compounds in nettle play an important role in chronic and degenerative conditions of the musculoskeletal system such as RA, OA, gout, joint pain and fibromyalgia.
Nettle is a powerhouse herb packed with vitamins and minerals such as A, B, C, K, calcium, magnesium, and iron.
highly prized
A well-known versatile herb in western herbal medicine. These bright orange flowers are not only beautiful to look at, but they are also an excellent remedy for red and inflamed skin. Abundant in healing properties, to name a few-- antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-bacterial. The resins in this herb are also anti-fungal. The herb astringes the capillaries, an action that explains its effectiveness for cuts and wounds.
not just for flavor
Often used for its volatile oils in aromatherapy, or to flavor beverages and foods. Peppermint is often over looked for its benefits to the liver.
Peppermint has liver protecting and may be benefical to those suffering from NAFLD.
Peppermint oil has been shown to stimulate digestive bile, and promote healthy digestion. Which we now know, healthy digestion is a key aspect in maintaining a healthy and resilant immune system all year long.
the detoxifier
Dandelion's medicinal uses have been recorded since the 10th and 11th centuries.
Dandelion is packed with micro and macro nutrients, making it hepatoprotective, its like "superfood" for the liver.
An optimal detoxifier for the liver and gallbladder.
Dandelion stimulates digestive enzymes, and bile salts which promote healthy and regular digestion. Healthy and regular digestion have been shown to maintain a resliant immune system all year long.
St. Mary's Thistle
For 2,000 years our ancestors have used Milk Thistle to support and nourish the liver, gallbladder, and kidneys.
Milk thistle contains compounds that may support skin, liver, and bone health and enhance weight loss. It may also be good for helping prevent ...
Silymarin a compound found inside Milk Thistle is believed to have hepatoprotective properties, that protect the liver from toxins, and even from OTC drugs that have damaging side effects.
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