With allergens like pollen and dust whipped up in the air, Spring can be a time for more than just cleaning your house. You may feel the need to cleanse yourself and get a fresh start with warm weather.
Try Some Of These Detoxifying Herbs And Spices To Get Your Spring Started Right!
1. Dandelion
This common weed is actually a super useful and versatile plant. Not only is it one of the first food sources for bees and a healthy salad addition, it also has some powerful detox abilities. Dry the root and leaves to make dandelion tea to boost your digestive processes and flush out excess fluids in your liver and kidneys.
2. Milk thistle
Show your liver some love with the toxin-blocking milk thistle. Dry the seeds and flower and steep in tea to create a centuries-old liver-cleanser.
3. Stinging Nettle
Another herb you can collect from your yard, dried nettle is an antioxidant rich plant that contains histamines, which can help with seasonal allergies.
4. Burdock Root
This antioxidant rich root promotes urinary tract and kidney health, and is known for detoxifying the blood stream.
5. Cilantro
This tasty herb is especially adept at eliminating metals that build up in our bloodstream.
All intense detoxes should be discussed with a doctor before being undertaken, and make sure to research proper collection and preparation methods if you’re going to grow or collect your own herbs!
