Your body is talking to you. You feel sluggish and fatigued and digestion is moving much slower than usual. Whether you need to flush your system after chowing down on hearty, winter food or you want to do some spring cleaning, detoxing is a great way to restart you body and give it a clean slate. Here are 5 herbal teas to detox your body.
For best results, the teas below should be taken without sweeteners. However, if you need to add honey or agave to make it tasty for you, that's fine too.
Dandelion Tea
Dandelions are not just those pesky weeds that grow in your grass, they actually have some health benefits. Dandelions are a great source for vitamins A, C, D, iron and potassium. Dandelion root help to remove pesticides, pollutants and toxins from your body. It also helps to clean your liver and kidneys.
To get the most out of your dandelion root, slice it in to small pieces and place one tablespoon per cup in a sauce pan. Bring water to a boil then simmer for an hour. Strain the tea in to a mug. Remaining tea can be refrigerated for later. Dandelion can also be blended with other herbs for additional benefits. Our Refresh Gift Box includes two great teas to help clean and refresh your body.
Dong Quai Tea
Dong Quai, a native Chinese herb, contains zinc, Calcium, vitamin E, vitamin A, vitamin B3, B12, C and other vitamins and minerals. This wonderful herb can help clean your liver and increase blood circulation. The Dong Quai root should be prepared the same way as dandelion root tea.
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Milk Thistle Tea
The milk thistle plant has been well researched and studied for its ability to protect the liver from from damage and rid the body of free radicals and toxins. It also strengthens your liver for better detoxification and immune defense. This herb is a liver powerhouse!
Sage Tea
Sage has antioxidants to help rid the body of free radicals that can cause serious health issues and diseases if left unchecked. It also increases digestive enzymes and jumpstarts your liver.
Yarrow Tea
Yarrow should be a staple in your herbal pantry. It helps clean your blood of toxins and bacteria. It's also an inflammation buster for your stomach lining and digestive tract. In addition to all of that, it helps with reduce fevers, fights congestion and infections.
The information given in our blog is intended only as a general reference for further exploration, and is not a replacement for professional health advice. This content does not provide dosage information, format recommendations, toxicity levels, or possible interactions with prescription drugs. Accordingly, this information should be used only under the direct supervision of a qualified health practitioner such as a naturopathic physician.