Supplegen Magazine : Detoxin™ Toxins Eliminated The Natural Way

We all feel the need to cleanse and purify our bodies sometimes. Christmas, birthdays and celebrations are times to enjoy good food and drink and sometimes it can feel like you've had just too much of a good thing! It's all too easy to eat unhealthily on the run - grabbing an over-sized coffee on the way into the office, snacking on crisps and chocolate at your desk and calling in for a takeaway on the way home. Too much fatty and spicy food can irritate the gastrointestinal system causing indigestion. We promise ourselves that we will give up smoking, eat more fruit and vegetables, drink more water and spend more time in the gym 'tomorrow' but often 'tomorrow' never seems to come! Added to that the increasingly poor air quality in our cities and the high levels of stress that we are under these days and it's no wonder that we can feel sluggish and lethargic at times.

Taking time out for ourselves, learning to relax, eating 5-a-day (or more) and drinking plenty of water can all help us to recover from times of excess. Many people believe that successful elimination of toxins is also helpful, leading to enhanced feelings of vitality and vigour. Traditionally, herbalists have recommended the use of many different herbal infusions and extracts which may help to flush away unwanted toxins.

Artichoke ( Cynara scolymus ) leaf extracts have long been known to have effects on the digestive system. In research studies artichoke leaf extract has been shown to increase bile flow and to have lipid lowering and anti-spasmodic effects and protective effects on the liver. Dandelion roots and leaves have been used for many hundreds of years to treat liver, gallbladder and kidney problems and to treat water retention. In some traditions, dandelion is used as a blood purifier. Scientific research studies have shown that the bitter compounds found in the leaves and roots of the dandelion plant have positive effects on digestion, possibly having a mild laxative effect, they may also increase bile production in the gallbladder and bile flow from the liver. Nettle leaves contain very high levels of minerals especially calcium, magnesium, iron and potassium. Traditionally nettle leaves have been used as a diuretic and are regarded as restorative for the liver and kidneys. Russian scientists have been experimenting with nettle leaf tincture for treating gall bladder inflammation.

Traditional uses of aloe vera extract include the treatment of constipation. More recently several anti-inflammatory fatty acids have been identified within aloe vera which appear to have beneficial effects on the stomach, small intestine and colon, naturally alkalizing digestive juices to prevent over acidity. Experts believe that aloe vera extract can help to cleanse the digestive tract by exerting a soothing, balancing effect. In traditional North American herbalism cranberry is used to prevent kidney stones and remove toxins from the blood. Cranberry extract is also crammed full of health-promoting antioxidants.

Green tea is considered to be very valuable in Traditional Chinese Medicine being recommended for many conditions including headaches, aches and pains, digestion, depression, immune enhancement, detoxification and for generally promoting good health and longevity. The important constituents of green tea are thought to be the high levels of polyphenols. The effects of green tea have been extensively studied in clinical trials and other scientific studies with many positive results. For example a recent extensive review of the relevant literature suggests that regular consumption of green tea may have protective effects on the liver, helping to prevent the development of liver diseases such as cirrhosis and fatty liver disease.

The mild diuretic effects of parsley leaf have been known to herbalists for many years. In various traditional health systems parsley is used to promote digestion, treat stomach complaints including flatulence and to prevent kidney and bladder stones. Sea kelp contains a concentrated source of minerals including iodine, potassium, magnesium, calcium and iron and is popular with many people as an energising herbal remedy. Similarly barley grass (the leaves and leaf juice of the barley plant) and alfalfa leaf are often promoted as green superfoods due to the high levels of vitamins and minerals they contain including vitamins A, B1, B6, C, E and K, calcium, potassium, iron and zinc. Recent clinical trials suggests that both barley grass and alfalfa may have cholesterol reducing effects.

Supplegen's Detoxin ™ contains optimal quantities of ten carefully selected herbal extracts designed to provide a counter-balance to an over-indulgent lifestyle in one convenient tablet. All ten herbal extracts are believed to have beneficial actions useful in countering times of excess food and alcohol consumption. Helping to ease bloating, improve digestion and protect the liver from toxins like alcohol.

Supplegen also have an antioxidant formula - Oxiclens ™ which you may find useful. All Supplegen products have been developed using superior biochemical blends and formulations of carefully selected herbal extracts, each one chosen for it's known relevant health benefits