- Cascara Sagrada Bark | Chinese Rhubard Root | Bentonite Clay | Slippery Elm (Ulmus rubra) | Aloes | Flax Seeds | Senna | Wormwood | Black Sumin Seeds | Olive Leaf Extract | Thyme Oil Powder | Garlic Extract 12:1 | Certified Organic Clove | Peppermint (Piperita menthe)
Cascara Sagrada is considered a very mild and effective natural, herbal laxative. It does not cause any dependency so when discontinued the positive effects derived from its use will remain, without the need to continue usage to get the same results. It is derived from bark and is native to the North American continent. It readily grows in the region from British Columbia to Washington state. The bark is collected in early spring and summer, when it is easily peeled from the wood. It is then dried in the shade and aged for at least a year before it is processed for use.
Cascara Sagrada facilitates evacuation and normal stool function while conditioning the muscles in the intestinal tract. It promotes proper hormone levels controlled by the pituitary and also has a positive effect on the gallbladder, liver and the pancreas.
Turkey Rhubarb has powerful properties as an intestinal cleanser. This herb considerably reduces occasional constipation and small dosages have been safely used for hundreds of years to assist in digestion. Turkey Rhubarb cleans the colon and intestinal lymph system, removing accumulated waste and decaying fecal matter as well as congested mucous.
Bentonite is a clay that can safely be ingested. It absorbs water to form a gel and thereby works as a mild laxative and regulatory agent. The absorbing water bentonite essentially etrapsi toxins into the gel it forms and helps to carry them out of your body without giving the body the chance to absorb these potentially substances. When using bentonite it is advised to try and ingest more fluids to compensate for some of the water that is absorbed by this ingredient.
Slippery Elm is considered a digestive soother and detoxifier. It calms mucus membranes, the stomach and intestines. Slippery elm coats and soothes tissues, helping to protect them by drawing out irritants and toxic substances. It also helps to soothe by stimulating nerve endings in the stomach and intestines which in turn, results in the secretion of mucous fluids. Slippery elm absorbs toxins from the bowels and thereby balances the intestinal flora while reducing occasional constipation.
Aloe has been known to contain health properties for thousands of years, even the ancient Egyptians used it frequently and called it ithe plant of immortalityi. Aloe originally was native to the African continent. It found itis way to North America and can now be found growing enativelyi in warm climates including the desert southwest of the U.S. and Mexico.
Flax seeds are known to promote good health; aside from it being good for your heart it also promotes a healthy digestive system. Flax seeds also alleviates occasional constipation.
Senna:
Senna contains compounds called hydroxyanthracene glycosides, which are also known as sennosides. These stimulate the colon by increasing smooth muscle contractions and thereby aid in the regulation of your bowels, as such they have a laxative effect. Senna also stimulates more fluid secretion by the colon which softens the stool and thereby facilitates its passage, which in turn allows you to become more regular.
Wormwood:
Wormseed detoxifies the intestinal tract unwanted organisms that are present without eliminating the bacterial flora that is actually beneficial to your digestion It also helps in the regulation of bowel movements, effectively helps reduce occasional constipation and diarrhea.
Black Seeds:
Black seeds contain a high concentration of dietary fiber and have been widely used to promote bowel health. It also works with the other ingredients to remove toxins from the digestive system and effectively regulate normal bowel movements.
Olive leaf extract sooths the intestinal tract and stomach. It has a soothing effect and regulates bowel movements while eliminating toxins from the body. The active ingredient contained in olive leaf extract is called oleuropein.
Thyme Oil Powder:
Thyme oil has several potent medical benefits, it is a purifying agent and has a calming effect on the bowels.
Garlic is a natural purifier and Garlic Extract that supports immune health. It aids in the regulation of the intestines by promoting better flora and optimal health.
Certified organic cloves eliminate unwanted organisms from the digestive system, regulate smooth muscle function and breaks up bowel obstruction. This herb also promotes cleansing to optimize bowel function.
Mint plants have a long history of medicinal use, dating to ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome. It is a stimulant, and helps digestive system disorders by stimulating the production of bile, an essential digestive fluid, which helps in soothing the lining of the digestive tract.
