Super Strength (Year Supply 12 months)

Blessed Thistle: Blessed thistle has been recorded as far back as the early sixteenth century for treating smallpox, fever, anorexia, dyspepsia, indigestion, constipation, and flatulence. More recently it has been shown to be useful in: Indigestion, heartburn and poor appetite. In herbal medicine today, blessed thistle is used possibly to treat cancer as well as infections, heart and liver ailments and fevers.

Holy Thistle: Supports the liver in the release of toxins. Holy thistle has been used for over 2000 years, most commonly for liver and gallbladder disorders. The leaves contain cnicin, which stimulates gastric juices. Holy thistle products are popular in Europe and in the Unites States for various types of liver disease. Holy thistle is believed to have great power in the purification and circulation of the blood. It has been used for stomach and digestive problems, gas in the intestines, constipation, and liver troubles. It helps strengthen the heart as well as being good for the lungs and kidneys.

Malva Leaf: The seed contains mucilage, polysaccharides and flavonoids. It is demulcent, (soothes and softens irritated tissues, especially the mucus membranes) diuretic, emollient, (softens the skin) galactogogue (increases milk flow in nursing mothers), and gentle stimulation of the bowels. The seeds are used in Tibetan medicine, where they are considered to have a sweet and astringent taste plus a healing potency. They are used in the treatment of renal disorders, the retention of fluids, frequent thirst and diarrhea.

Marshmallow Root/Leaf: Traditionally used to soothe and support the intestines. Herbs high in mucilage, such as Marshmallow, are often helpful for syptomatic relief of coughs and irritated throats. Mallow has expectorant and demulcent properties, which accounts for this herb’s historical use as a remedy for the respiratory tract, particularly in cases of irritating coughs with bronchial congestion. Marshmallow root and-to a lesser extent- marshmallow leaf both contain significant percentages of mucilage, a natural gummy substance that does not dissolve in water. Like other mucilage-containing substances, marshmallow swells up and becomes slick when it is exposed to fluids. The resulting slippery material coats the linings of the mouth, throat, and stomach to relieve irritation and control coughing associated with respiratory or stomach conditions. For example, marshmallow has been used to treat sore throats and to alleviate heartburn. Marshmallow may also have mild anti-infective and immune-boosting properties. Topically, marshmallow is used to soothe and soften irritated skin.

Persimmon Leaf: An allergy preventive or itching preventive food containing persimmon leaves or a persimmon leaf extract, a persimmon leaf extract-containing cosmetic composition having the action of improving allergic rough skin conditions or

alleviating itching, an allergy or itching preventive or therapeutic. . . Cure allergies and hay fever now. No need for antihistamines.

Sarsaparilla: Leaves and stems provide a cure-all and a general tonic reputed to relieve colds, flu, coughs, bronchitis, arthritis, rheumatism and diabetes. The new leaves can be sucked to ease a sore throat; use with horehound for ‘good blood medicine’ . It cures internal pains like bellyache. . . Boil up the water, put the leaves in it and let it boil. . . let the leaves go cold. . . you bottle it. People are selling it now for bush medicine and some people have been using it for cancers.’ (Stewart & Percival, 1997:11) It has also proven to be an anti-inflammatory, anti-rheumatic, heals scabies, anti spasmodic, cures syphilis, and balances testosterone function.

Ginger Root: Assists in soothing stomach ailments. Also eases symptoms of nausea.

Papaya Enzymes: Helps aid digestion. Papaya fruit is a rich source of valuable proteolytic enzymes, such as papain, chymopapain, caricain and glycyl endopeptidase, that can greatly aid in the digestive process. This is especially true of meals that contain meat or other concentrated forms of protein.

Other Ingredients Include: A proprietary blend of green and white tea leaves.