Liver Detox

Preparation:

• Eat roasted, juiced, or as a salad.
• Start with small amounts.

Dosage:

• ½ cup daily

Eastern European Folk Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat fresh in salads, sauté, or steep leaves as a tea.

Dosage:

• 1 cup greens or 2 cups tea daily

Western Herbalism

Preparation:

• Steam and eat the heart, or use as an artichoke heart in salads.

Dosage:

• 1 artichoke or ½ cup hearts daily

North African & Amazigh Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat 2–3 raw or lightly cooked cloves daily.

Dosage:

• 2–3 cloves daily

Unani/Islamic Medicine

Preparation:

• Soak overnight, then simmer until tender.
• Use in soups, stews, dips, or as a side dish.

Dosage:

• ½ cup cooked daily

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Add to meals during cooking, brew as tea, or mix into warm water with honey.
• Use ¼–1 tsp per serving.

Dosage:

• ¼–1 tsp per meal

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Soak overnight, then simmer until tender.
• Use in soups, stews, dips, or as a side dish.

Dosage:

• ½ cup cooked daily

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Add to meals during cooking, brew as tea, or mix into warm water with honey.
• Use ¼–1 tsp per serving.

Dosage:

• ¼–1 tsp per meal

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Sauté, simmer in broth, or steep dried mushrooms as tea.
• Can also be taken as powder in capsules or smoothies.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup cooked, or 1–2 g powder daily

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Soak overnight, then simmer until tender.
• Use in soups, stews, dips, or as a side dish.

Dosage:

• ½ cup cooked daily

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Western Herbalism

Preparation:

• Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
• Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup fresh daily, or 2–3 tbsp dried

Western Herbalism

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Western Herbalism

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Western Herbalism

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Mediterranean

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Mediterranean

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Mediterranean

Preparation:

• Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
• Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup fresh daily, or 2–3 tbsp dried

Indigenous / Native American

Preparation:

• Add to meals during cooking, brew as tea, or mix into warm water with honey.
• Use ¼–1 tsp per serving.

Dosage:

• ¼–1 tsp per meal

Indigenous / Native American

Preparation:

• Consume 1–2 tablespoons daily as a condiment or side dish.
• Do not heat — high temperatures destroy live cultures.

Dosage:

• 1–2 tbsp daily (condiment), or ½ cup as a dish

Unani / Islamic Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Unani / Islamic Medicine

Preparation:

• Add to meals during cooking, brew as tea, or mix into warm water with honey.
• Use ¼–1 tsp per serving.

Dosage:

• ¼–1 tsp per meal

Unani / Islamic Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Unani / Islamic Medicine

Preparation:

• Add to soups, salads, or rice dishes.
• Soak dried seaweed in water for 10–15 minutes before use.

Dosage:

• 2–3 tbsp rehydrated daily

Kampo / Japanese Medicine

Preparation:

• Add to soups, salads, or rice dishes.
• Soak dried seaweed in water for 10–15 minutes before use.

Dosage:

• 2–3 tbsp rehydrated daily

Kampo / Japanese Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
• Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups cooked or raw daily

Kampo / Japanese Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
• Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup fresh daily, or 2–3 tbsp dried

Kampo / Japanese Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare and drink 1–2 cups daily, warm or at room temperature.
• Avoid excessive amounts.

Dosage:

• 1–2 cups daily

Korean Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Eat fresh, raw, or dried.
• Can be blended into smoothies, juiced, or added to salads and grain bowls.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup fresh daily, or 2–3 tbsp dried

Korean Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Add to soups, salads, or rice dishes.
• Soak dried seaweed in water for 10–15 minutes before use.

Dosage:

• 2–3 tbsp rehydrated daily

Korean Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Cook as porridge, steam, or use as a base for meals.
• Soak overnight before cooking to reduce phytic acid.

Dosage:

• ½–1 cup cooked, 1–2× daily

Korean Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Add to meals during cooking, brew as tea, or mix into warm water with honey.
• Use ¼–1 tsp per serving.

Dosage:

• ¼–1 tsp per meal

Tibetan Medicine

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Haritaki in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
• Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
• Autoimmune conditions (lupus, MS, RA) — may overstimulate immune response

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Triphala in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
• Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
• Autoimmune conditions (lupus, MS, RA) — may overstimulate immune response

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Indian Sarsaparilla in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
• Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
• Active liver disease — monitor liver enzymes with long-term use

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Triphala Ghee in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
• Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
• Active liver disease — monitor liver enzymes with long-term use

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Chinese Rhubarb (Da Huang) in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
• Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
• Active liver disease — monitor liver enzymes with long-term use

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Aloe (Lu Hui) in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
• Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
• Active liver disease — monitor liver enzymes with long-term use

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Arctium (Niu Bang Zi) in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
• Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
• Autoimmune conditions (lupus, MS, RA) — may overstimulate immune response

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Infusion: Steep 1–2 tsp of dried Chinese Lobelia (Ban Bian Lian) in freshly boiled water for 5–10 minutes, covered.
• Strain and drink.

Dosage:

• 1–3 cups daily

Avoid if:

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding — insufficient safety data; consult your doctor
• Children under 12 — therapeutic dosage not established
• Active liver disease — monitor liver enzymes with long-term use

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Mix into water, smoothie, or juice.
• Stir well and consume immediately.
• Can also be blended into food.

Dosage:

• ½–1 tsp (1–3 g) mixed into water, juice, or smoothie daily

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Mix into water, smoothie, or juice.
• Stir well and consume immediately.
• Can also be blended into food.

Dosage:

• ½–1 tsp (1–3 g) mixed into water, juice, or smoothie daily

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Western Herbalism

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

African Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Mediterranean

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Indigenous / Native American

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Indigenous / Native American

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Indigenous / Native American

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Unani / Islamic Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Unani / Islamic Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Kampo / Japanese Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Korean Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Korean Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Tibetan Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Tibetan Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Tibetan Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Persian Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Thai Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Thai Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Latin American Curanderismo

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Latin American Curanderismo

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Caribbean Folk Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Caribbean Folk Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Caribbean Folk Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Brazilian Phytotherapy

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Brazilian Phytotherapy

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Brazilian Phytotherapy

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Siddha Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Siddha Medicine

Preparation:

• Take with a full glass of water.
• Best absorbed with food to reduce stomach upset.

Dosage:

• 1–2 capsules, 1–3× daily with food or as directed

Siddha Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare as a strong tea or infusion.
• Allow to cool to a comfortable temperature.
• Apply to affected area with a clean cloth, or rinse skin thoroughly.
• Use 1–2× daily.

Dosage:

• Rinse or wipe affected area 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Mash or bruise fresh Castor oil leaves/roots.
• Apply directly to skin, cover with a clean cloth, and leave for 20–30 minutes.
• Use fresh material for each application.

Dosage:

• Apply fresh poultice for 20–30 min, 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Mix the dry powder blend with enough water, oil, or honey to form a paste.
• Apply to skin, leave for 10–15 minutes, then rinse off.
• Use 2–3× weekly.

Dosage:

• Apply as paste 2–3× weekly

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Blend oils in the stated ratio.
• Apply 3–5 drops to the affected area, massage gently in circular motions.
• Can be used as a body oil, scalp treatment, or facial serum depending on the blend.

Dosage:

• 3–5 drops massaged in, 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Western Herbalism

Preparation:

• Mix dry ingredients with enough liquid (water, oil, or honey) to form a thick paste.
• Apply to affected area, leave for 10–20 minutes, then rinse.
• Use 1–2× daily.

Dosage:

• Apply for 10–20 min, rinse off, 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

African Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare as a strong tea or infusion.
• Allow to cool to a comfortable temperature.
• Apply to affected area with a clean cloth, or rinse skin thoroughly.
• Use 1–2× daily.

Dosage:

• Rinse or wipe affected area 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

African Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare as a strong tea or infusion.
• Allow to cool to a comfortable temperature.
• Apply to affected area with a clean cloth, or rinse skin thoroughly.
• Use 1–2× daily.

Dosage:

• Rinse or wipe affected area 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Unani / Islamic Medicine

Preparation:

• Mash or bruise fresh Senna leaf paste leaves/roots.
• Apply directly to skin, cover with a clean cloth, and leave for 20–30 minutes.
• Use fresh material for each application.

Dosage:

• Apply fresh poultice for 20–30 min, 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Unani / Islamic Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Kampo / Japanese Medicine

Preparation:

• Use as a regular bar or liquid soap.
• Lather onto affected skin, leave for 1–2 minutes before rinsing.
• Use daily or as needed.

Dosage:

• Use daily or as needed during washing

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Kampo / Japanese Medicine

Preparation:

• Mix dry ingredients with enough liquid (water, oil, or honey) to form a thick paste.
• Apply to affected area, leave for 10–20 minutes, then rinse.
• Use 1–2× daily.

Dosage:

• Apply for 10–20 min, rinse off, 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Korean Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Tibetan Medicine

Preparation:

• Mix dry ingredients with enough liquid (water, oil, or honey) to form a thick paste.
• Apply to affected area, leave for 10–20 minutes, then rinse.
• Use 1–2× daily.

Dosage:

• Apply for 10–20 min, rinse off, 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Tibetan Medicine

Preparation:

• Mix dry ingredients with enough liquid (water, oil, or honey) to form a thick paste.
• Apply to affected area, leave for 10–20 minutes, then rinse.
• Use 1–2× daily.

Dosage:

• Apply for 10–20 min, rinse off, 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Amazonian Plant Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Caribbean Folk Medicine

Preparation:

• Mix dry ingredients with enough liquid (water, oil, or honey) to form a thick paste.
• Apply to affected area, leave for 10–20 minutes, then rinse.
• Use 1–2× daily.

Dosage:

• Apply for 10–20 min, rinse off, 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Caribbean Folk Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare as a strong tea or infusion.
• Allow to cool to a comfortable temperature.
• Apply to affected area with a clean cloth, or rinse skin thoroughly.
• Use 1–2× daily.

Dosage:

• Rinse or wipe affected area 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Siddha Medicine

Preparation:

• Mix dry ingredients with enough liquid (water, oil, or honey) to form a thick paste.
• Apply to affected area, leave for 10–20 minutes, then rinse.
• Use 1–2× daily.

Dosage:

• Apply for 10–20 min, rinse off, 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Jamu

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Mongolian Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Mix dry ingredients with enough liquid (water, oil, or honey) to form a thick paste.
• Apply to affected area, leave for 10–20 minutes, then rinse.
• Use 1–2× daily.

Dosage:

• Apply for 10–20 min, rinse off, 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Mongolian Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Russian & Siberian Folk Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Celtic & Norse Herbalism

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Celtic & Norse Herbalism

Preparation:

• Prepare as a strong tea or infusion.
• Allow to cool to a comfortable temperature.
• Apply to affected area with a clean cloth, or rinse skin thoroughly.
• Use 1–2× daily.

Dosage:

• Rinse or wipe affected area 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Ancient Egyptian Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Ancient Egyptian Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare as a strong tea or infusion.
• Allow to cool to a comfortable temperature.
• Apply to affected area with a clean cloth, or rinse skin thoroughly.
• Use 1–2× daily.

Dosage:

• Rinse or wipe affected area 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Yoruba & West African Medicine

Preparation:

• Mix dry ingredients with enough liquid (water, oil, or honey) to form a thick paste.
• Apply to affected area, leave for 10–20 minutes, then rinse.
• Use 1–2× daily.

Dosage:

• Apply for 10–20 min, rinse off, 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

North African & Amazigh Medicine

Preparation:

• Mix dry ingredients with enough liquid (water, oil, or honey) to form a thick paste.
• Apply to affected area, leave for 10–20 minutes, then rinse.
• Use 1–2× daily.

Dosage:

• Apply for 10–20 min, rinse off, 1–2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

North African & Amazigh Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

North African & Amazigh Medicine

Preparation:

• Prepare a strong herbal infusion or decoction.
• Soak a clean cloth in the warm or cool liquid, wring out, and apply to affected area for 15–20 minutes.
• Repeat 2× daily.

Dosage:

• 15–20 min application, 2× daily

Avoid if:

• For external use only. Do not apply to open wounds unless specifically indicated. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test before first use.

Māori Rongoa

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Neem leaves + Aloe vera + Lemon + Honey + Water.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Triphala powder + Warm water + Honey + Lemon + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Coriander seeds + Water + Lemon + Mint + Honey.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Ayurveda

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Daikon radish + Pear + Ginger + Honey + Water.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Red adzuki beans + Job's tears barley + Water + Rock sugar + Dates.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Kale + Celery + Cucumber + Lemon + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Western Herbalism

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Dandelion leaves + Lemon + Apple + Ginger + Water.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Western Herbalism

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Cranberry juice + Water + Lemon + Apple + Honey.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Western Herbalism

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Bitter leaf + Cucumber + Lemon + Water + Honey.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

African Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Watermelon rind + Watermelon flesh + Lemon + Mint + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

African Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Neem leaves + Water + Honey + Lemon + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

African Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Wild cranberries + Water + Honey + Lemon + Apple.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Indigenous Native American

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Juniper berries + Water + Honey + Lemon + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Indigenous Native American

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Cedar berries + Water + Honey + Lemon + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Indigenous Native American

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Artichoke leaves + Lemon + Water + Honey + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Mediterranean

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Umeboshi vinegar + Water + Honey + Lemon + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Kampo

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Fresh burdock root + Carrot + Ginger + Lemon + Water.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Kampo

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Barley grass powder + Water + Lemon + Honey + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Kampo

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Red adzuki beans + Water + Honey + Cinnamon + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Korean Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Juniper berries + Water + Honey + Lemon + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Tibetan Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Rhubarb root + Water + Honey + Ginger + Lemon.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Tibetan Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Wild garlic + Lemon + Water + Honey + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Tibetan Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Coriander seeds + Water + Lemon + Mint + Honey.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Persian Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Kaffir lime leaves + Lemon + Honey + Water + Ginger.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Thai Traditional Medicine

Preparation:

• Blend or cold-press: Pineapple rind + Water + Piloncillo sugar + Cinnamon + Cloves.
• Strain if desired and serve fresh.
• Best consumed within 30 minutes of preparation for maximum nutrient retention.

Dosage:

• 4–8 oz (120–240 ml) daily.
• Best taken in the morning on an empty stomach, or 30 minutes before a meal.

Curanderismo