The Bitter Herbs

Herbs that stimulate digestive function and the metabolism.

Bitter herbs are digestive stimulant. When we taste the bitter taste, may it be the
unbearable bitterness of gentian or the milder taste of dandelion, a domino
effect is set in motion. The salivary glands release saliva. The stomach releases
acid. The pancreas releases enzymes and blood sugar balancing hormones. The
gallbladder releases bile. The whole body sighs in relief, and the mind is relaxed.
This releasing cascade causes many things in the body: first the metabolism is
nudged and second the digestion is remarkably improved, increasing food
absorption, clearing constipation and sluggish digestion. With the releasing of
these substances also comes the releasing of toxins: bitter herbs are excellent
detoxifying herbs. They also do well against many gynecological troubles that
take root in hormonal imbalances, such as PMS and irregular cycles.
Because their impact is so wide, bitter herbs are of great help to heal chronic
disease at their root. Taste them before and after meals for increased
effectiveness. Pills and capsules wont do the trick: this is medicine that needs to
be tasted to be effective.
Indications
Constipation, slow digestion, bloating, gastric reflux, sleepiness after meals
PMS, irregular menstrual cycles, infertility, sugar cravings
Acne, black heads, eczema
Loss of appetite, anorexia, convalescence
Irritability, difficulty to let go, excessive anger and resentment
Contraindications
Bitter herbs are contraindicated during pregnancy. They should also be avoided
in the case of gallbladder or kidney stones. Diabetic people that use synthetic
insulin will need to adjust doses, as bitter herbs, like insulin, have a hypoglycemic
effect.
Bitter herbs
Rhubarb root Rheum palmatum
Chamomile flower Matricaria recutita

Anabel Gravel
Chabot
2014.09.24
17:16:35 +03'00'
Gentian root Gentiana lutea
Artichoke leaf Cynara scolymus
Dandelion root Taraxacum officinale