Detox Formula

Ingredients~ apple cider vinegar, honey, nettles, wheatgrass, moringa, kale, spirulina, matcha, strawberries, grapefruit, green apples, ginger.
4 fluid ounces (120ml)

*All ingredients are organic, sustainably or locally sourced, and ethically wildcrafted.

Directions~ One teaspoon up to three times daily or as needed. Please consult a qualified health practitioner if you are taking prescription medications.

~Stinging Nettles are native to Europe, Asia, northern Africa, and western North America. In Saxon times it was one of the nine herbs used in charms and amulets, considered a gatekeeper, and a liminal plant who was the protector of the forest. In Celtic lore nettle was a plant indicator of a faery patch or elf dwelling.

Nettles are extremely effective in suppoting healthy detoxification of different organ systems of the body including the liver, kidney, lungs, and urinary tract. They are fortifying due to their high vitamin and mineral content therefore used in nutrient deficiencies. Designated as a food-herb, they are rich in amino acids, vitamins, and minerals. All parts of the plant (root, seeds, and leaves) have medicinal benefits. Supportive of prostate health, used as a kidney tonic,  aphrodisiac, to increase stamina, and reputed to contain anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. Used both topically and internally to reduce inflammation, painful muscles or joints, sprains or stains, skin conditions. They are blood building due to high iron content, used for seasonal and food allergies, gout, anemia, urinary tract infections, regulating blood sugar levels, muscle and skeletal support, digestion enhancement, hormonal balance, nerve tonic, recovery from bodily trauma, and internal wound healing.

~Wheatgrass is the young (gluten-free) grass of the common wheat plant and has a reputation as one of the stronger detoxifying plants. Rich in chlorophyll it helps to neutralize toxins in the body, purifies the liver and gallbladder, removes heavy metals, arrests growth and development of unfriendly bacteria, and increases oxygen levels in the body. High in enzymes, minerals such as calcium, magnesium, selenium, phosphorus, iron, and potassium, and one of the richest sources of vitamins A and C. Alkalizing to the body, known to reduce high blood pressure, calms inflammation, promotes healing, and rebuilds damaged tissue.

~ The Moringa tree is also known as the ‘miracle tree’ and is found in Asia, Africa, and South America. Moringa leaves help to detoxify the body which boosts immunity, and increases the energy levels. Moringa helps balance normal cholesterol and blood sugar levels, is rich in antioxidants,
reduces inflammation, protects the liver, and is beneficial to digestive health.
Moringa leaves are rich in vitamins A, C, B1 (thiamin), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B6, and Folate. They are also rich in magnesium, iron, calcium, phosphorus, and zinc.

~Spirulina is a blue-green algae found naturally in fresh and saltwater lakes mostly in Asia, Africa, and South America. High in chlorophyll it is considered one of the most nutrient-dense foods. It is helpful for liver support and detoxification, immune support, helps eliminate heavy metals, lowers inflammation, and has antimicrobial properties.

~Matcha is powdered shade grown young green tea leaves made popular in Japanese tea culture. Although it contains caffeine it also features an amino acid called l-theanine which helps boost mood and mental alertness. Rich in chlorophyll it is supportive to liver function and is a gentle detoxifier. Matcha is also known to help balance cholesterol and blood sugar levels, and reduce inflammation.

~Kale is one of the top vegetables for detoxification. Part of cruciferous family it contains compounds that aid the liver and kidneys in gently detoxifying and eliminating unwanted waste from the body. Kale is helpful to the cardiovascular system, maintaining normal blood sugar levels, and contains calcium, potassium , vitamin C, beta carotene and numerous other vitamins and minerals.

~Strawberries contain powerful antioxidants called called anthocyanins which have been clinically studied to increase blood flow to the kidneys, helping them filter out toxins better. 

~Grapefruit has become known as one of the more powerful detoxifying fruits. It has definitive action over the liver enzyme detox pathways. Additionally, it is known to move lymph tissue and is therefore helpful in removing unwanted material from the blood facilitating your body systems to start functioning more efficiently which will also speed up the cleansing process.

~Green apples have a mild detoxifying ability; and may help to detoxify the liver, which in return clears out the toxins from the body. Rich in antioxidants, green apples are also anti-inflammatory.  

~Ginger cleanses the body by stimulating digestion, circulation, and sweating thereby removing the build up of waste material from the liver, colon, and other organs.

~This formula is a vinegar oxymel tonic, one of the most ancient forms of medicine preparation. Dating back to Mesopotamian, Egypt, Greece, and Persian traditions. Vinegar is a wonderful extraction method which adds more nutritional benefit, is alcohol free, and safe for children. To make a vinegar tonic into an oxymel you simply add honey.  A standard application in Greek medicine. I use only organic, raw apple cider vinegar which also includes a multitude of benefits such as detoxifying properties, live enzymes, friendly bacteria, acts as a cardiovascular tonic, blood sugar balancing, digestion, liver, and lymphatic support.

This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.