Blood Cleanse, 90 tablets

Blood Cleanse was originally formulated to help people with skin conditions associated with excess pitta. It promotes healthy liver function and detoxification of the blood, that according to Ayurveda are prerequisites for lustrous and radiant skin. The herbs help to remove excess heat and promote proper circulation.

Special notes: This formula is used to balance pitta and kapha. It can be used in conjunction with Triphala when there are skin irritations due to excess pitta.

Ingredients: Manjista root, Rubia cordifolia;* Neem leaf, Azadirachta indica;* Turmeric root, Curcuma longa;* Guduchi herb, Tinospora cordifolia;* Burdock root, Arctium lappa*.

Banyan Botanicals, $

Kutaja Bark Powder, organic, half pound

Kutaja bark is astringent and therefore helps to subdue fluid loss in the gastrointestinal tract. It also supports removal of excess pitta and kapha in the lower intestines. It is soothing to mucosa and is a favorite in India for amoebic dysentery as well as other parasitic infections. It is also used to tonify the female reproductive system to prepare for conception as well as to restore tone after delivery. Like most strongly alkaloidal herbs, care should be taken when using during pregnancy.

Ingredients: certified organic Holarrhena antidysenterica bark powder.

Banyan Botanicals, $

Manjista Root Powder, organic, half pound

Manjista is the main blood cleansing herb in the Ayurvedic pharmacopoeia. The roots are astringent and used to stop dysentery, but the main benefit stems from the removal of toxins, excess pitta, from the blood, liver, kidneys, and skin. Manjista is thus the cornerstone of all preparations aiming to improve the complexion.

Ingredients: certified organic Rubia cordifolia root powder.

Banyan Botanicals, $

Musta Powder, organic, half pound

Nut grass is one of the ingredients in Chyawanprash. It is a highly revered herb and is used in such a wide variety of situations that it is hard to pinpoint its role in rejuvenative therapy. First of all, the roots are considered to be effective against a wide range of abdominal and intestinal complaints, everything from menstrual discomfort to parasites. Secondly, they are anti-inflammatory and have an action on the brain that suppresses appetite, and this function works in tandem with a lipolytic effect that makes it easier to lose weight. Lastly, it has an effect on melanin that aids restoration of hair and skin color.

Ingredients: organic Cyperus rotundus root powder.

Banyan Botanicals, $

Neem Extract, 2 oz.

Neem is regarded as a potent detoxifier. It has antimicrobial and antifungal effects as well as blood sugar lowering properties. It is also antiparasitic, clearing both the larva and ova.

Ingredients: 1.5 extract of Azadirachta indica leaf in 44-46% organic cane alcohol, distilled water, and vegetable glycerin.

Sacred Medicine Sanctuary, $

Neem, 90 tablets

Neem is an exceedingly detoxifying herb that is especially valuable in removing excess pitta and kapha. It is very bitter and cooling. Vata types can combine neem with some warming herbs to offset its cooling effects. Neem is used to purify the blood, cleanse the liver, and boost immunity.

Ingredients: Neem leaf, Azadirachta indica*.

Banyan Botanicals, $

Para Cleanse, 90 tablets

Para Cleanse supports elimination of toxins and parasites as well as intestinal immunity. Para Cleanse is a synergistic blend of the most effective antiparasitic herbs in the Ayurvedic pharmacopoeia. It is especially recommended for use during or after foreign travel.

Ingredients: Vidanga herb, Embelia ribes; Neem leaf, Azadirachta indica*; Kutaja bark, Holarrhena antidysenterica; Ajamoda seed, Apium graveolens; Amalaki fruit, Emblica officinalis*; Bibhitaki fruit, Terminalia belerica*; Haritaki fruit, Terminalia chebula*; Black Pepper fruit, Piper nigrum*; Ginger root, Zingiber officinale*; Pippali fruit, Piper longum*; Asafoetida, Ferula asafoetida.

Banyan Botanicals, $

Triphala, 90 tablets

Triphala contains three tropical fruits used to regulate and regenerate the lower intestine. Triphala is probably the best selling Ayurvedic formula in the world. It is not a laxative or purgative but rather a support to deeper assimilation and elimination. It is balancing for all doshas.

Ingredients: standardized extracts of Terminalia belerica, Terminalia chebula, Emblica officinalis, Cassia angustifolia.

*Certified organically grown

Banyan Botanicals, $

Vidanga Fruit Powder, 100 capsules

Vidanga is used to eliminate excess vata from the lower intestines. This is extremely important since vata can become debilitating. Vidanga also strengthens agni (digestive fire) and supports detoxification. In Ayurveda, it is regarded as ascaridal, specific for large intestinal nematodes, as well as giardia. In clinical trials, tape worms were expelled in 6-24 hours. It is also a febricide. Studies indicate that it is estrogenic and mildly progestogenic. The berries are spermicidal and are being studied as a natural contraceptive. The effects on male fertility are easily reversed once stopping the use of the berries.

Use of this herb should be suspended if changes in peripheral vision are noted. It should also not be used by those trying to have children since it acts as an antifertility agent.

Ingredients: Embelia ribes fruit powder in vegetarian capsules.

Vadik Herbs, $

Vidanga Fruit Powder, organic, half pound

Vidanga is used to eliminate excess vata from the lower intestines. This is extremely important since vata can become debilitating. Vidanga also strengthens agni (digestive fire) and supports detoxification. In Ayurveda, it is regarded as ascaridal, specific for large intestinal nematodes, as well as giardia. In clinical trials, tape worms were expelled in 6-24 hours. It is also a febricide. Studies indicate that it is estrogenic and mildly progestogenic. The berries are spermicidal and are being studied as a natural contraceptive. The effects on male fertility are easily reversed once stopping the use of the berries.

Use of this herb should be suspended if changes in peripheral vision are noted. It should also not be used by those trying to have children since it acts as an antifertility agent.

Ingredients: certified organic Embelia ribes fruit powder.

Banyan Botanicals, $

Vidanga Fruit Powder, wildcrafted, half pound

Vidanga is used to eliminate excess vata from the lower intestines. This is extremely important since vata can become debilitating. Vidanga also strengthens agni (digestive fire) and supports detoxification. In Ayurveda, it is regarded as ascaridal, specific for large intestinal nematodes, as well as giardia. In clinical trials, tape worms were expelled in 6-24 hours. It is also a febricide. Studies indicate that it is estrogenic and mildly progestogenic. The berries are spermicidal and are being studied as a natural contraceptive. The effects on male fertility are easily reversed once stopping the use of the berries.

Use of this herb should be suspended if changes in peripheral vision are noted. It should also not be used by those trying to have children since it acts as an antifertility agent.

Ingredients: wildcrafted Embelia ribes powder.

Vadik Herbs, $