Amazing Wellness January/February 2019

REBOOT!
11 DETOX SUPPLEMENTS
FOR THE NEW YEAR
Eating a nutrient-dense, whole-foods diet will naturally
detoxify you, but sometimes your body needs some extra help.
The following supplements will help you detoxify naturally. By Lisa Turner
After a long holiday season of too much wine-ing, dining, and couch potato-ing, your
body could use a serious reboot. Get a jump start on your resolutions, with these 11
supplements designed to cleanse, heal, and protect your liver, kidneys, and colon.
1. Milk thistle is a flowering
plant related to the daisy and
ragweed family. It’s high in
silymarin, an antioxidant and
anti-inflammatory compound
that protects and heals the
liver. Studies show that it can
treat alcohol-related liver
disease, hepatitis, and liver
damage from toxins, and may
have anticancer effects. Look
for it in capsules, tinctures, or
teas, or as a
component
of cleanse
formulas.
our pick:
PLNT Milk Thistle
capsules
our pick:
HIMALAYA HERBAL
HEALTHCARE
Triphala
2. Triphala,
meaning
“three fruits,”
is an Ayurvedic
formula that
contains a blend of
amla, bibhitaki, and haritaki,
medicinal fruits native to India.
It’s traditionally used to treat
digestive disorders, including
constipation, and remove
toxins from the intestines. It
also has powerful antioxidant
and anti-inflammatory effects.
Studies show that it can
effectively treat constipation,
reduce intestinal inflammation,
and repair intestinal damage.
Look for it in capsules and
tinctures, or in blends designed
for digestive health.
3. Chanca piedra,
a small, shrub-like herb from
the Amazonian rainforest, is
traditionally used to protect the
kidneys, liver, and gallbladder.
Studies show chanca piedra
has anti-inflammatory and
diuretic effects, reduces
the risk of kidney stones
and possibly gallstones,
may help treat hepatitis,
and counters toxins
in the liver. Look for it
in capsules or tinctures
designed for kidney,
gallbladder, or
liver health,
or in loose
tea form.
our pick:
SUNFOOD
SUPERFOODS
Wild-Crafted Chanca
Piedra Tea
our pick:
GARDEN OF LIFE
4. Fiber,
Raw Fiber
the indigestible
component
of plants and seeds, promotes
normal bowel movements and
the elimination of toxins from
the body. Additionally, fiber
ensures a healthy balance of
gut bacteria—an important
component of colon
health. Studies show
that fiber increases
the frequency of bowel
movements, reduces
inflammation in the gut,
and may protect against
colon cancer. You’ll find it as
psyllium, oat, acacia, or other
forms, in chewable tablets,
capsules, powders, and colon
cleanse formulas. With any
fiber supplement, start slowly
and drink plenty of water.
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