An Herbal Tea Detox
Herbal tea detox is a popular means for holistic cleansing. This method is not as involved or as intense as other detox methods. Detoxifying can be as simple as drinking certain herbal teas for specific conditions. Detoxifying herbs can be consumed as tea and generally are safe for most people. Use an herbal tea detox as part of a purification fast or to ease ailments such as the common cold.
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Significance
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Slippery Elm Tea
The body suffers as the result of toxins that collect in the system, according to Prescription for Nutritional Healing. Offenders include diet, environment and illness. Chemicals in foods and water accumulate and can cause illness. The body has natural means to flush impurities. Some herbs can rid your body of toxins that accumulate over a long period of time or that are particularly offensive. Periodic detoxing help energize the body, boost the immune system, and defend against chronic illnesses.
Features
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Red Clover Tea
Prescription for Nutritional Healing recommends red clover, peppermint and slippery elm teas, among others, for their features that can benefit during an herbal tea cleanse. Red clover contains phytochemicals including beta-carotene and salicylic acid. Nutrients include calcium, iron, magnesium and B vitamins. Peppermint contains alpha-carotene, beta-carotene and menthol. Slippery elm features phytonutrients beta-carotene and tannin. Its nutrients include potassium, zinc and B vitamins.
Benefits
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Dandelion Tea
Phyllis Balch writes in Prescription for Nutritional Healing that red clover, peppermint and slippery elm teas can revitalize the liver, purify the bloodstream, calm nerves and soothe inflammation in the mucous membranes of the bowels. Another beneficial herbal detox teas, echinacea, rejuvenates the immune system and helps rid the colon of bacteria.
Instructions
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Peppermint Tea
Steep 1 tbsp. dried herbs in 8 oz. of distilled water. Double the amount if using fresh herbs. Balch recommends distilled water for detox purposes. Steep dried herbs in boiling water for five to 10 minutes. Drink once or twice a day.
Considerations
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Herbal Teas
Herbal detox teas work best if accompanied by a purifying diet for three to five days. Fast with fresh fruit and vegetable juices. Always drink at least eight 8-oz. glasses of water every day. Always consult a physician or other trusted health care professional. Know the state of your health before taking herbs of any kind. Most herbs are not safe if you are pregnant or lactating. Even if not accompanied by a fast, herbal detox teas may help your liver and bloodstream. However, what you consume will determine the effectiveness of the herbs in your system.
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