Yellow

November 27, 2007 | Leave a Comment

Yellow dock is a herb that can be used for [tag-tec]liver cleansing[/tag-tec]. Our liver is all important for health, vitality and energy. It is responsible for helping us detoxify against the toxic chemicals that we ingest. However, it gets overloaded when the toxins become too much for it to handle.

This can be clearly seen when the yearly production of synthetic pesticides exceeds an astounding 1.4 billion pounds in the United States alone. Also the United States dumps 600,000 tons of lead into the atmosphere each year. So it can be postulated that our livers are confronted by an onslaught of toxins that it has to process on a daily basis.

Yellow dock is otherwise known as Rumex crispus. It is often used in the treatment of skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. Yellow dock provides a tonic effect for [tag-ice]liver cleansing[/tag-ice]. It is effective in promoting a bowel movement within a few hours of taking the herb. Yellow dock accomplishes this by reducing any excess activity of the digestive tract and soothing any irritation by the intestinal wall.

In cases of sluggish bowels and constipation, yellow dock is highly recommended. [tag-dtec]Liver cleansing[/tag-dtec] with yellow dock aids in revitalizing energy, removing toxins from tissues, promoting digestion and reducing fatulence.

As with any herb, do consult your health care provider about yellow dock before consuming it. –>