| Part used |
Root |
| Use |
Tablet or Tea |
| Benefits |
- Blood purifier that helps liver and kidneys remove toxins principally by stimulating bile production; mild laxative and improves digestion
- Inulin content promotes friendly bacteria growth in colon, improves blood sugar control
- Liver remedy: improves production of liver anti-oxidant enzymes; enhances bile flow, improves liver congestion, bile duct inflammation, causes increased bile production and flow to gallbladder, direct effect on gallbladder causes contraction and release of stored bile
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Adapted from:
Balch, P.A. (2002). Prescription for herbal healing. New York, NY: Avery books
Murray, M. (2005). Encyclopedia of Healing Food. New York, N.Y.: Atria Books
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