BY AYINDE , Olukayode
Herbs have been used for thousands of years across cultures to treat various ailments and health conditions.Eating a healthy, balanced diet full of whole, unprocessed foods is a vital step in lightening your toxic load.
As a complement to a wholesome diet and regular exercise , one might consider incorporating some of these herbs and spices, known for their detoxifying properties.
The first one is Cilantro, known as Efirin. Human bodies are exposed to heavy metals every day via food, water, pharmaceuticals, manufactured products, pollution, and more. When heavy metals accumulate to reach toxic levels, they can lead to an array of symptoms and chronic conditions. The chemical compounds in cilantro act as natural cleansing agents, binding to toxic metals and loosening them for easier transport out of the body.
Known for its unique, can’t-be-mistaken flavor and commonly used in Mexican cooking, cilantro can be incorporated into all kinds of food – poultry and fish dishes, salads, salsas, blended smoothies, and more. It can easily be found in grocery stores and nurseries, should you want to add it to your herb garden.
Another one is Dandelion, called “Efo Yanrin” traditionally used as a diuretic.Preliminary research suggests that dandelion may help improve liver and gallbladder function. Of noteworthy nutritional value, dandelion is chock full of vitamins A, B6, C, D, and K, plus minerals, such as iron, potassium, zinc, and higher levels of beta carotene than carrots.
Virtually no part of the dandelion plant goes to waste as the root, leaves, and flowers are all edible and used for therapeutic purposes. Try steeping the roots to make dandelion tea, sautéing the flowers as a side, or adding the raw leaves to your favorite salad.
Red Clover, this herb has long been harvested for use in a variety of preparations, including teas, tinctures, capsules, and topical products. The blossoms support liver function by stimulating bile production and act as an effective diuretic, helping to cleanse the blood and rid the body of excess fluids. They’re rich in isoflavones – water-soluble compounds that have estrogen-like effects and improve circulation, heart health, and menopause symptoms.
Red clover is also a valuable source of many nutrients, including calcium, chromium, magnesium, niacin, phosphorus, potassium, thiamin, and vitamin C.
Another one is Turmeric, known as “Ata ile pupa” is a plant in the ginger family that has been widely used in Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine to treat digestion and liver disorders. Curcumin is the powerful phytochemical component that gives turmeric its distinctive bright yellow color and stimulates production of bile by the gallbladder. Bile eliminates toxins in the liver and rejuvenates cells that break down harmful compounds
Cooking with turmeric can be delightful and advantageous.
Credit :Everyday Wellness
