Hepatitis is characterized by the destruction of a number of liver
cells and the presence of inflammatory cells in the liver tissue caused
by excessive alcohol drinking, disorders of the gall bladder or
pancreas, medication side effects, and infections. Beside foods,
nutrition, herbs also play an important role in preventing and treating
hepatitis.
1. Red clover
Rich in micro-nutrients it possesses activity against several
bacteria. A good dietary supplement of vitamin A and Iron, it also
contains B- complex, vitamins C,F, and P, some selenium, cobalt, nickel,
manganese, sodium and is particularly rich in magnesium, calcium and
copper.
2. Oregon grape root
The herb stimulates the action on the liver and is one of the best
blood cleansers. Mild stimulant to the thyroid functions and aids in the
assimilation of nutrients.
3. Echinacea
Echinacea is an immuno stimulant. Enhancing the body's resistance
against both bacterial and viral infections it is probably the best
detoxifying agent in Western Herbalism. It cleanses the blood and lymph
systems, helps arrest pus formation and tissue putrefaction
4. Sarsaparilla
Sarsaparilla purifies the urino-genital tract, dispelling all
infection and inflammation. It's purifying action extends to the nervous
system and is therefore useful in many nervous disorders.
Sarsaparilla's diaphoretic and blood cleansing action is useful for
rheumatic inflammation.
5. Licorice root
Licorice root is a natural anti-inflammatory agent. It helps to
increase the secretion of digestive enzymes and bile and is widely
regarded as the supreme liver tonic.
6. Burdock
It clears congestion, reduces swelling and dispels toxins via the
skin, kidneys and bowel. It is a nutritive and rejuvenatory tonic .
Historically it has been used to support the action of the kidneys in
urinary tract infections.
7. Dandelion
Dandelion cleanses the liver, kidneys, lymph and bowel and is ideal
for toxic blood conditions. It increases the secretion of digestive
enzymes and bile and is widely regarded as the supreme liver tonic.
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