What plant is used to detoxify and cleanse the liver, as a treatment for certain skin disorders and for congestion of the kidneys, spleen, and pelvic region?

Eolena

Aloe vera http://www.ayurvediccure.com/aloe_vera_product.htm Though, to verify the claims, I will say that I am looking for another source site that isn't trying to sell you supplements derived from the aloe vera plant. May 12 06, 12:48 PM

zbeckabee

Actually...that is a good one!!! There is also another one more. May 12 06, 12:53 PM

zbeckabee

Or...if I were to have used "proper English," that would have said: "There is also another one." May 12 06, 12:55 PM

Eolena

This article on iVillage doesn't appear to mention the liver but it definitely discusses the "congestion" related uses. http://www.ivillage.co.uk/health/comp/herb/articles/0,,181042_182010-1,00.html May 12 06, 1:00 PM

zbeckabee

Aside from Aloe...the plant...or herb...to which I am referring to in my question...is actually one that is highly regarded within the European medical commmunity and is steadily earning respect within the American medical community. (Aloe is thought to be a good healing agent and some believe it is helpful with the above issues, however, much of that is still being debated--all in all, Aloe is one good answer to my question). May 12 06, 1:55 PM

lanfranco

This could be burdock, but I'm not going to post a site, because the ones at which I looked were clearly not put together by qualified physicians. I am dubious of any claims for "detoxification." The body has its own, natural system for that purpose, and if it fails, as in the case of the kidneys, serious medical intervention is necessary. So far as I know, no herb or other substance will actually "detoxify" your liver, kidneys, or blood. Moreover, no one should take herbs or herbal "supplements" of any kind without the advice of a physician experienced with them. May 12 06, 4:49 PM

peasypod

I'm thinking more along the lines of Blessed Thistle... May 12 06, 4:53 PM

zbeckabee

peasypod...close...it is Milk Thistle. May 12 06, 5:01 PM

peasypod

Thanks, but call me peasy. Peasypod is way too formal....and I feel I should be wearing my good pyjamas. ;) May 12 06, 5:11 PM

zbeckabee

Okay Peas...Ha! By the way...I guess the two thistles hybridise naturally...so...Blessed Thistle works, too!!! Thanks! May 12 06, 5:16 PM

Br.John

Dioscorea, not sure if thats what you're looking for. http://www.itmonline.org/arts/dioscorea.htm May 12 06, 6:40 PM

SENTENTIA

It is my experience that Milk Thistle is some Wicked stuff. It caused me to break out dermatologicaly, with a vengeance. May 13 06, 9:16 PM