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Milk Thistle:
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Cleanses the liver. One known active is silymarin, which is a potent antioxidant especially effective in the liver. This herb was added to the formulation because during the cleansing process, the rate of excretion (i.e. breakdown/detoxification) of body metabolites will increase thereby generating a greater than normal level of free radicals.
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Polygonum multiflorum:
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This herb has been traditionally in traditional Chinese medicine to tonify and to replenish the vital energy of the liver. Studies have shown that this herb can increase blood flow to the liver, which increases the rate of drainage of toxins from the liver.
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Burdock:
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This herb has traditionally been used as a blood cleanser and a purifier for the lover. It is a very good source of inulin, which stimulates the immune system.
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Dandelion:
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Increases bile production and flow and increases rate of clearance of the liver, since bile is produced as a result of liver function. Studies have shown this herb also exhibits a protective effect on the liver and is able to reverse mild cases of cirrhosis.
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Artemisia Capillaris:
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Increases secretion of bile into the gastrointestinal tract thus aiding the liver in draining its waste products. This herb in combination with Gardenia Jaminoidis has been shown to increase the rate of liver cell regeneration.
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Fructus Lycii Chinensis:
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Acts to protect liver cells and hence liver function. In traditional Chinese medicine, this herb has been used to treat liver ailments.
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Gardenia Jasminoidis:
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In combination with Artemisia Capillaris, this herb increases liver cell regeneration. This herb has also been shown to increase bile secretion.
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