Supplements

Discover the power of natural blood purification

by
Dr. Nina Ross, ND Ph.D
Certified Naturopathic Doctor
November 11, 2023

Hey there, health enthusiast! Are you ready to give your blood the deep clean it deserves? Well, we've got some options for you.

First up, we have the tried-and-true herbal remedies that have been used for centuries to help purify the blood and support liver function. Check out these blood purifying superstars:

  • Milk thistle (believed to have liver-protective properties and may help remove toxins from the blood like a boss)
  • Dandelion (a diuretic that may help flush toxins and excess fluids from the body faster than you can say "detox")
  • Turmeric (packed with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, this spice may help cleanse the blood and support liver function like a pro)
  • Cilantro (rumored to have detoxifying properties and may help remove heavy metals from the body like a champ)
  • Chlorella (a type of algae that's rich in nutrients and believed to have detoxifying properties)

But wait, there's more! If you're looking for something a little more science-y, we've got some options for you too. These herbs and supplements have been traditionally used for blood purification and have some limited scientific evidence to support their use:

  • Burdock (believed to have blood purifying properties and traditionally used to support liver and kidney function)
  • Red clover (thought to have detoxifying properties and traditionally used to support liver function)
  • N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) (a precursor to the antioxidant glutathione, involved in the body's detoxification process; may support liver function and help remove toxins from the body like a pro)
  • Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA) (an antioxidant with detoxifying properties; may support liver function like a champ)

Here are some additional herbs and supplements that have been traditionally used or rumored to have blood purifying properties, but for which there is little to no scientific evidence to support their use:

  • Goldenrod (traditionally used to support kidney and urinary tract health and rumored to have blood purifying properties)
  • Echinacea (traditionally used to support immune system function and rumored to have blood purifying properties)
  • Artichoke (traditionally used to support liver function and rumored to have blood purifying properties)
  • Green tea (rich in antioxidants and rumored to have blood purifying properties)
  • Activated charcoal (believed to have detoxifying properties and rumored to have the ability to bind to and remove toxins from the body)

It's important to keep in mind that the effectiveness of these herbs and supplements for purifying the blood has not been extensively studied and may vary from person to person. In addition, there is little to no scientific evidence to support their use for this purpose. It's always a good idea to consult with a healthcare provider before taking any new supplements or herbs.

by
Dr. Nina Ross, ND Ph.D
Certified Naturopathic Doctor

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