| Body System: |
The Intestinal System |
| Herbs Used: |
Alfalfa |
| Concerns: |
Diuretic / Intestinal Cleansing |
| How Herbs Affect System: |
The saponin contents of alfalfa act on the cardiovascular, nervous and digestive systems. It has isolated use as a diuretic and aromatic, as it is a great source of chlorophyll. In Folk medicine, alfalfa assists the body in the metabolism of carbohydrates and with other glandular problems. |
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| Body System: |
The Intestinal System |
| Herbs Used: |
Aloe Vera |
| Concerns: |
Constipation |
| How Herbs Affect System: |
Aloe Vera is used for constipation, evacuation relief in the presence of anal fissures, hemorrhoids, and after recto-anal operations. It is very soothing to mucous membranes and irritated skin. The juice can relieve heartburn and inflammation in the esophagus. |
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| Body System: |
The Intestinal System |
| Herbs Used: |
Bifidophilus Flora Force |
| Concerns: |
GAS / ABDOMINAL PAIN / BLOATING / NAUSEA / VOMITING / CONSTIPATION or DIARRHEA UPON EATING / These often seem to be caused by stress and food intolerances. They may also be connected to overuse of antacids, laxatives or antibiotics. Nutritional support can accompany many medical prescriptions. This information is not intended to replace proper medical treatment, but only to support it nutritionally. Consult your health professional before using any supplements or before making changes in prescribed medications. |
| How Herbs Affect System: |
Bifidophilus - Flora Force contains friendly bacteria which normally reside in the body to process foods and nutrients. It is extremely important to replace this bacteria after taking antibiotics. Please be aware that herbs are nutritional supplements. As with all health problems, no specific herb or combination of herbs works for all people, because everyone's body is unique. The intent is to offer historical uses of herbs. Information and statements regarding herbs and dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. |
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| Body System: |
The Intestinal System |
| Herbs Used: |
Burdock |
| Concerns: |
Gastrointestinal Problems / Diuretic |
| How Herbs Affect System: |
Burdock is used for complaints of the gastrointestinal tract, as a diuretic, to increase perspiration and for blood purifying. |
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| Body System: |
Intestinal System |
| Herbs Used: |
CleanStart |
| Concerns: |
Indigestion Pain / Gas / Bloating / Constipation / Sluggishness |
| How Herbs Affect System: |
CleanStart supports your body in cleansing toxic waste without dangerous side effects and, thus, protects your body from diseases. It provides you with increased energy and a feeling of well-being. The main ingredients are psyllium hulls that provide high fiber which absorbs toxins in your bowel. It can also help in weight loss and normalizing cholesterol levels. Bentonite is a highly absorbent clay that clears your intestines of impacted matter and parasites. Aloe vera soothes bowel tissue. Chlorophyll helps to prevent odor as it increases oxygen in your blood and counteracts toxins in your bowel. This formula also includes Enviro-Detox and LBS II. See those products for further descriptions of ingredients, including milk thistle, burdock, cascara sagrada, buckthorn, red clover, sarsaparilla, and capsicum. |
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| Body System: |
The Intestinal System |
| Herbs Used: |
Colostrum Plus |
| Concerns: |
Strengthen Lining of Intestinal Tract |
| How Herbs Affect System: |
Colostrum Plus contains colostrum (which supports the immune system in newborn animals) and herbs to support cholesterol and blood pressure levels in the body. It also strengthens the lining of the intestinal tract. |
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| Body System: |
The Intestinal System |
| Herbs Used: |
Lobelia |
| Concerns: |
Removal of Obstructions |
| How Herbs Affect System: |
Lobelia is the most powerful relaxant herb and is known for removing obstructions from any system of the body. It removes congestion and is especially good for nutritional support for bronchial spasms. |
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| Body System: |
The Intestinal System |
| Herbs Used: |
Proactazyme Plus |
| Concerns: |
Abdominal Pain / Bloating / Flatulence |
| How Herbs Affect System: |
Proactazyme provides enzymes which act in the digestion of all types of food, to break down difficult-to-digest foods and ease elimination. The enzymes also ease abdominal pain and bloating caused by poor digestion of food. |
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| Body System: |
The Intestinal System |
| Herbs Used: |
Psyllium Hulls |
| Concerns: |
Constipation / Diarrhea |
| How Herbs Affect System: |
Psyllium is used for constipation and diarrhea. In constipation it decreases passage time through the intestine by increasing the volume. In diarrhea it increases passage time through the intestine by bonding with the water. It also lowers serum-cholesterol. |
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| Body System: |
The Intestinal System |
| Herbs Used: |
Slippery Elm |
| Concerns: |
Indigestion / Constipation |
| How Herbs Affect System: |
Slippery elm can neutralize stomach acid, aids in digestion of milk and acts as a buffer against irritations and inflammations of mucous membranes. It nutritionally assists the adrenal glands, builds up the blood, draws impurities and is good for the respiratory system. |
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| Body System: |
The Intestinal System |
| Herbs Used: |
Tiao He Cleanse |
| Concerns: |
Constipation/Diarrhea / Liver, Intestinal and Circulatory Systems Cleanse |
| How Herbs Affect System: |
Tiao He Cleanse is a whole body Chinese liver, intestinal and circulatory system cleanse. It contains Liver Balance (LIV-C), All Cell Detox (Special Formula #1), LBS II, Psyllium Hulls, Burdock Root, and Black Walnut Hulls. Bifidophilus - Flora Force contains friendly bacteria which normally reside in the body to process foods and nutrients. |
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| Body System: |
The Intestinal System |
| Herbs Used: |
Turmeric or Curcumin (included in Loclo along with psyllium hulls and other sources of fiber). |
| Concerns: |
Abdominal Pain / Diarrhea |
| How Herbs Affect System: |
Turmeric is used to nutritionally support liver and gallbladder functions and as an anti-inflammatory agent. Other uses include chest pain, jaundice, toothache, bloody urine and colic. Folk medicine uses are abdominal pains, diarrhea, bronchial spasms, colds, kidney inflammation, and fever. Turmeric has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antitumoral and antimicrobial properties. NSP includes it in Loclo along with psyllium hulls and sources of fiber. |
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| Body System: |
The Intestinal System |
| Herbs Used: |
Una de Gato or Cat's Claw |
| Concerns: |
Irritable Bowel Syndrome / Colitis |
| How Herbs Affect System: |
Research shows that Una de Gato, or Cat's Claw, can cleanse the entire intestinal tract and help such problems as leaky bowel, digestive problems and parasites. Four of the alkaloids in the herb enhance the ability of white blood cells and macrophages to attack and digest micro-organisms and other foreign matter. |
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