Cilantro (Dhania)as ametal detoxer. Cilantroaccelerates the excretion ofmercury, lead, and aluminiumfrom the body. Simply add cilantroto your diet daily, for two or threeweeks. Cilantro can be added to a salad,fish or soups.

Basil to kill bacteria on the skin surface.Works to reduce acne. Add 2-3 teaspoonsof dried basil to a cup of boiling water andallow the herb to steep for 5-10 minutes toextract the healing oils from the plant. Thensoak a washcloth in the tea and apply tothe areas where pimples, acne or skineruptions are most present.

Burdock also aids in the treatment of skinconditions. It’s a herb that boosts immunityand purifies the blood. It's a traditionalliver tonic and a mild, natural diuretic, andits laxative properties help remove toxinsfrom the system. Burdock can be taken incapsule form It is often recommended fordry, scaly skin. You can take burdock incapsule form.

Dandelion is a leading remedy for detoxingthe liver. It stimulates the flow of bile, afluid that aids fat digestion. Dandelion hasdiuretic properties and relievesconstipation and eases bloating andswelling.

Garlic has many benefits, includingcountering the tendency of the blood toclot, and possibly reducing cholesterollevels, and also has antifungal properties.

Milk Thistleacts as aliverdetoxer. Thefruits, leaves,and seeds inany form,contain somevery potentliver protectingsubstances.These are good foradrenal disorders,bowel disorders, andweakened immunesystems.

Herbal supplements can befound at most pharmacies andhealth shops.

When detoxing could be bad for you:If toxins are eliminated too quickly in thedetoxing process there could be sideeffects, including lethargy, headaches andnausea. Detoxing is meant to do more goodthan harm, and should never be done toan extreme extent, where unrealisticrestrictions are placed on the body, suchas liquid-only fasts. You should not detox

if you are pregnant or breast feeding,underweight, anaemic or have chronicailments such as diabetes or kidneydisease. It is also important to rememberthat a positive mindset and attitude go along way in ensuring successful results.

Consult your medical practitioner forfurther advice.

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