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Extraction Point - Liver Health
HERB: Burdock ORIGIN: United States
Burdock has been used for centuries in holistic medicine to treat a variety of different conditions. Burdock contains multiple powerful antioxidants, including quercetin, luteolin, and phenolic acids which help reduce inflammation. It also helps remove toxins from the bloodstream to promote circulation in the surface of the skin.
HABITAT
Native to Europe and Asia, and temperate regions throughout the world. Including the U.S.
HARVEST
Seeds are harvested in summer and the whole plant in the high summer.
KEY CONSTITUENTS
Bitter glycosides, flavonoids, tannins, polyacetylenes, volatile oil, inulin, lignans
KEY ACTIONS
Detoxifying, mild diuretic, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, illness defense.
ENERGETICS AND TASTE
Cooling, drying. Sweet.
PARTS USED
All parts of the plant can be used for food and medicinal purposes, but mostly the taproot is used, either fresh or dried.
HERBAL USES
Traditional remedy for gout, fevers, and kidney stones. Detoxifying herb, diuretic, acne, abscesses, local skin infections, rashes, eczema, and psoriasis.
CAUTIONS AND CONTRAINDICATIONS
May cause allergic reaction in people sensitive to plants in the Asteraceae family.
HERB: Dandelion ORIGIN: Eastern Europe
Dandelion supports healthy digestive function and is useful for improving appetite, digestion, assimilation, and elimination. Dandelion root has an affinity for the liver and gallbladder and can be helpful for inflammation and congestion of these organs.
HABITAT
Grows wild in most parts of the world and is cultivated in Germany and France
HARVEST
Young leaves picked in the spring. The root of 2-year-old plants is unearthed in autumn.
KEY CONSTITUENTS
Sesquiterpene lactones, triterpenes, polysaccharides. Leaf – Coumarins, carotenoids, minerals. Root – Taraxacoside, phenolic acid, minerals.
KEY ACTIONS
Diuretic, detoxifying, bitter tonic, alterative, nutritive, hepatic and digestive stimulant.
ENERGETICS AND TASTE
Cool, dry. Bitter, tangy
PARTS USED
Leaves – are juiced, eaten raw in salads, or dried for use in herbal preparations.
HERBAL USES
Detoxification, detoxification for hangover, acne & boils, constipation, fluid retention, hives.
CAUTIONS AND CONTRAINDICATIONS
May theoretically cause allergic reactions in people sensitive to plants in the Asteraceae family.
HERB: Ginger ORIGIN: India
Ginger provides a range of applications for digestion, circulation, the reproductive system, and as a general anti-inflammatory. Ginger may help prevent or treat liver conditions by reducing oxidative stress on the liver, decreasing insulin resistance, and inhibiting inflammation. Ginger may help protect liver from toxic effects of drugs and slow down aging-related liver damage.
HABITAT
Native to Asia. Ginger flourishes in fertile soil and need plenty of water.
HARVEST
The rhizome is unearthed when the plant is 10 months old.
KEY CONSTITUENTS
Volatile oil (1-3%) – zingiberene (20-30%), oleoresin (4-7.5%) – gingerol, shogaols
KEY ACTIONS
Anti-inflammatory, circulatory stimulant, antiemetic, digestive stimulant, illness defense.
ENERGETICS AND TASTE
Warming, drying. Pungent, bittersweet
PARTS USED
Rhizome – contains high levels of a volatile oil that is warming and stimulating.
HERBAL USES
Chilblains, fevers, cold sores, constipation, digestive upsets, gas, colic, high blood pressure & arteriosclerosis, morning sickness, nausea & motion sickness
CAUTIONS AND CONTRAINDICATIONS
May interact with anticoagulant drugs, antacids, and platelet aggregation inhibitors. Consult a naturopathic doctor before use if you suffer from gastroesophageal reflux and other gastric diseases. Other contraindications may exist.
HERB: Licorice ORIGIN: India
Licorice plant has been used medicinally for thousands of years. The root contains over 300 compounds, some of which have multiple health benefits. Specifically for the liver, licorice root repairs and improves liver enzymes. Recent findings show that it protects liver cells against inflammation and oxidative stress. Other results suggest that consumption of licorice extract during alcohol consumption may support improved liver health compared with drinking alcohol alone.
HABITAT
Grows wild in southeastern Europe and southwestern Asia, but it is now extensively cultivated.
HARVEST
The roots of 3–4-year-old plants are unearthed in late autumn.
KEY CONSTITUENTS
Triterpene saponins, isoflavones, polysaccharides, phytosterols.
KEY ACTIONS
Anti-inflammatory, expectorant, demulcent, adrenal agent, mild laxative.
ENERGETICS AND TASTE
Moistening, Cooling. Sweet, Bitter.
PARTS USED
Root- Harvested in autumn, has valuable anti-inflammatory properties.
HERBAL USES
Constipation, coughs & bronchitis, loss of appetite & vomiting, canker sores, oral thrush.
CAUTIONS AND CONTRAINDICATIONS
Side effects are minimal if daily intake is less than 10 mg. Consult your naturopathic doctor if you have anemia, high blood pressure, or are pregnant before beginning the use of any herb.
HERB: Milk Thistle ORIGIN: Europe
Milk Thistle also known as Silymarin is considered an antioxidant and an anti-inflammatory. In the United States, it’s one of the most used herbal supplements for the liver. Milk Thistle Seed can keep toxins from attaching to liver cells and hold free radicals in check. Studies show that Milk Thistle Seed may help ease symptoms from liver disease like jaundice, cirrhosis, liver cancer, and fatty liver disease.
HABITAT
Native to the Mediterranean, Europe and is naturalized in California.
HARVEST
Flower heads are picked in full bloom in early summer and the seeds are collected in late summer.
KEY CONSTITUENTS
Flavonolignans, bitter principles, polyacetylenes.
KEY ACTIONS
Liver protective, chemoprotective, anticancer, anti-allergenic, breast-milk production.
ENERGETICS AND TASTE
Sweet, bitter.
PARTS USED
Flower heads – are eaten as a tonic food and can be used in remedies.
Seeds – contain silymarin, which protects the liver.
HERBAL USES
Liver health, increase breast-milk production, depression, melancholy diseases
CAUTIONS AND CONTRAINDICATIONS
No side effects or drug interactions have been reported.
HERB: Turmeric ORIGIN: India
Turmeric is the liver loving spice that helps to protect the liver against damage caused by free radicals, toxins, alcohol, and waste products and supports healthy liver detoxification. Turmeric is a potent natural ingredient for skin lightening and revealing glow. It has been shown to treat acne breakouts, atopic dermatitis, slow skin ageing, help with psoriasis, reduce dark circles, and moisturize dry skin.
HABITAT
Native to India and southern Asia.
HARVEST
The rhizome is unearthed in the winter.
KEY CONSTITUENTS
Curcumin, Volatile oil, Bitter Principles, Resin.
KEY ACTIONS
Anti-inflammatory, lowers cholesterol levels, anti-platelet, antioxidant.
ENERGETICS AND TASTE
Warming. Bitter, astringent.
PARTS USED
Rhizome – is carefully unearthed and broken into sections. It is boiled or steamed before drying.
HERBAL USES
Arthritis & allergies, circulatory disorder, skin conditions, athlete’s foot, nausea & motion sickness.
CAUTIONS AND CONTRAINDICATIONS
No side effects or drug interactions have been reported.