Dandelion root: A digestive bitter tonic which aids digestion and absorption, supports liver detox and gall bladder easing symptoms of tiredness and irritability. It is Anti-inflammatory and helps sugar balancing by increasing insulin secretion from the pancreas. Its detoxifing action also helps to clean the blood which can help with any skin issues.
Goats rue: Galegine lowers blood sugar levels and helps manage late onset diabetes type 2. Helps cells to use insulin to metabolise glucose more efficiently. Decreases absorption of glucose from gut. Reduces glucose formation in liver. Enhances digestion and pancreatic function. Useful for digestion when lacking in digestive enzymes. Eliminates toxins via kidneys, antibacterial and inhibits blood clotting. (Use with caution if on antidiabetic drugs/insulin).
Nettle: Reduces blood sugar, stimulates liver and kidney to clear toxins, astringent tannins protect the gut lining from irritation and infection. Clears catarrh in coughs and acts as antihistamine. Rich in vitamins and minerals especially iron. Diuretic relieves fluid retention and enhances excretion of uric acid. Anti-inflammatory and clears skin.
Barberry: Maintains gut flora and combats gut infection. Bitters stimulate bile flow and help detoxify. Regulates the heart and anti-inflammatory. Antioxidant, antimicrobial against fungi, bacteria and viruses. Anti-inflammatory and antihistamine action.
Blessed thistle: Bitters enhance bile flow, liver support and digestion and absorption. Aids conditions associated with sluggish liver such as tiredness and irritability. Enhances circulation. Nerve tonic, improves memory and relieves nerve pain. Diuretic reducing fluid retention and clearing toxins.
Liquorice: Strengthening tonic and improves resistance to stress by supporting the adrenal glands. Lowers stomach acid and relieves heart burn. Anti-inflammatory and demulcent properties soothes mucous membranes. Anti-viral and anti-inflammatory.
