They absorb irritants from the digestive tract. Marshmallow enhances white blood cells which feed on disease microbes. Milk Thistle has a powerful protective effect on the liver. It is the job of the liver to prevent toxic materials absorbed from the intestinal tract from reaching the blood stream. Research has shown that milk thistle protects the liver against many types of toxic substances.
Dandelion works hand in hand with milk thistle as a blood purifier and digestive aid .
Yellow Dock , Sarsaparilla , Burdock and Red Clover are blood purifiers like dandelion and milk thistle. They eliminate toxins from the blood stream through the liver and kidneys. They have traditionally been used for skin disorders and degenerative diseases like boils, abscesses, cysts and growths. Cascara Sagrada stimulates intestinal contractions and restores the bowel tone. Discovered by Spanish explorers, it also increases the flow of bile which is how the liver detoxifies itself.