Comfrey root – A bone and joint miracle! You might be doing a Herbal Detox program because of arthritis, rheumatism, or just general aches and pains. Comfrey is one of those amazing plants with almost miraculous healing properties. It has compounds in it which promote increased bone cell growth and speeds the healing of ligaments, cartilage, and tendons. Here is part 1 of my Video. See part 2 below. https://www.youtube.com/embed/fjQX977J1es Comfrey Root – Scientific Evidence In one study involving patients with acute contusions and strain traumas of the knee joint, efficacy was proven to be good or even very good and a significant therapeutic impact on the damaged joint became apparent. Forty patients suffering from knee joint injuries, sprains and bruises were treated with ointment containing comfrey extract, achieving a significant reduction of pain (pain at rest and on movement) and swelling. The mobility of the affected joint increased significantly. Treatment took place over a period of 8 days and had a good to very good effect on 85% of the patients. See Research Here Here are a couple of other interesting studies explaining how Comfrey works1. A Symphytum officinale Root Extract Exerts Anti-inflammatory Properties2. A Comprehensive Review on Chemical Composition, Food Applications and Phytopharmacology3. Efficacy of comfrey root extract in the treatment of ankle distortions The healing effects of comfrey extracts are attributed to several chemical compounds. Allantoin has been claimed as the active ingredient of comfrey, which is responsible for triggering cell division and wound healing, also promoting conjunctive tissue, bone, and cartilage growth. S. officinale root extract contains allantoin and phenolic acids (e.g., rosmarinic, p-hydroxybenzoic, caffeic, chlorogenic and p-coumaric acids), and displays remarkable antioxidant effects, besides exerting a positive impact in human skin fibroblasts, encouraging growth and healing. How To Make Comfrey Root Paste Today I am going to share with you my method for making a healing comfrey root rub. The process is quite involved so it’s best to watch the two videos below, but here is a brief outline. Ingredients: Fresh Comfrey root (you will need to find some growing) About 500 ml Olive oil (reduces down to 400ml after cooking comfrey) 50 gm Beeswax (to thicken) Liquid Herb Extracts 100ml (3.3 ounces) Yarrow 30% Gotu Kola 30% Arnica 20% Bilberry 10% Ginger 10% Method: Dig the root and clean thoroughly Chop the root into thin slices and place between paper in a drying cupboard for 2-3 weeks Soak the root in olive oil for up to 6 weeks (use a suitable jar) After 6 weeks, place the roots and oil over a double boiler and simmer for about an hour. Strain off the oil Allow to cool naturally while grating in a little beeswax to thicken Pour into jars before the oil and beeswax sets See more herbal remedy recipes here Find out more about Brett’s Herbal DETOX Program https://www.youtube.com/embed/c7Hez_PXPOY
Making Lavender Oil at Home
Lavender oil is fantastic during your herbal detox program for soothing aching muscles and to release the head and neck tension you sometimes get when detoxing. Massage into your body as you feel you need. Ingredients: About 100 Lavender flowers About 1 liter of olive oil (enough to cover flowers) Method: Cut the flowers on a dry day and place them into a paper bag. Place the bag in a warming cupboard for 2-3 days until flowers are dry and almost crispy. Place flowers into a suitable jar and cover with olive oil. Soak for 6 weeks keeping the flowers submerged beneath the oil. Keep the oil away from humidity and rotate the jar every few days. After six weeks, strain the oil out of the flowers with muslin and colander or sieve into a suitable bottle. Rub into aching or tense muscles as needed. Enjoy! See more herbal remedy recipes Find out more about Brett Elliott’s Ultimate Herbal DETOX program
Aloe Vera Juice – Making your own
Aloe Vera juice is fantastic during your herbal Detox program and it’s very well known for its powerful healing properties the world over. Today we’re making our own Aloe Vera juice at home, with the help of a little lemon, ginger, and cucumber. We have used Aloe Vera straight from the garden and lemons from our lemon tree. This super healing digestive tonic is ideal to help reduce any digestive disturbances, regulate the bowel and promote the general health of the body. Perfect for any time of year. Ingredients: 2 Large Aloe Vera leaves 1 Cucumber 1/2 Lemon 3-4 slices of Ginger root 6 cubes of Ice 200ml Water 1/4 tsp Stevia or 1 tsp honey Method: Peel and fillet the Aloe Vera leaves and add to blender. Peel and roughly chop the cucumber and add to blender. Juice the lemon, slice ginger and add all other ingredients to the blender. Blend until smooth and drink. https://www.youtube.com/embed/d6zIw6VLE8Ehttps://www.youtube.com/embed/Go6BvycsnUw See more herbal remedy recipesAloe Vera juice is Perfect for: Herbal DETOX Program Herbal SLIM Program Herbal BodiTune DETOX ‘n SLIM Program Forever 100% Aloe Juice – The Best I’ve seen lots of different Aloe juices over the years, and the Forever juice is the best I have found. It is 100% pure with no additives, and it’s thick and pulpy, not watered down like most other brands. This is the juice I recommend to clients in my clinic, and it gets great results with digestive health. See Forever Aloe Juice Here
Mediterranean Summer Salad
This Mediterranean Salad is refreshing and full of great clean foods. Mix it up with your choice of greens! Iceberg Lettuce, Baby Spinach or Mescaline Greens, they all work! It is great for lunch or dinner. Serves 2 people Ingredients: Either Iceberg Lettuce, Baby Spinach or Mescaline Greens (or a mix of all 3) 1 x Chopped Avocado 4 x Sliced Radishes Half a sliced Cucumber 2 x sliced Tomato Quarter of a red onion A dozen Sun-dried Tomatoes A dozen Olives A little Pesto Dressing: Equal parts (about 100ml) of Olive oil, Plain yogurt, Apple cider vinegar. Add a dessert spoon hot English mustard (or mustard powder) and 1 tsp paprika. Method: Place the greens in the bowl then cut everything else and throw it in! Toss with the dressing. Enjoy! Perfect for: Herbal DETOX Program Herbal SLIM Program Herbal BodiTune DETOX ‘n SLIM Program
Carrot, Ginger & Turmeric Smoothie
A classic detox drink contains carrot, ginger, and lemon. This is a simple uncomplicated, healthy twist on a smoothie and includes turmeric the super antioxidant. Ingredients: Small bulb of Ginger root 1 dessertspoon Turmeric 1 small Lemon with the skin on 2 small Carrot (or one large) 8 cubes of Ice Honey or Stevia to sweeten 1 cup Orange juice Method:Chop all ingredients and add to the blender. Blend until smoothie adding water to achieve drinking texture. Perfect to take with your Ultimate Herbal Detox capsules or Ultimate Herbal Slim capsules. Did you know?In Clinical trials, Turmeric has shown promising effects in patients with various pro-inflammatory diseases including cancer, cardiovascular disease, arthritis, uveitis, ulcerative proctitis, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, irritable bowel disease, tropical pancreatitis, peptic ulcer, gastric ulcer, idiopathic orbital inflammatory pseudotumor, oral lichen planus, gastric inflammation, vitiligo, psoriasis, acute coronary syndrome, atherosclerosis, diabetes, diabetic nephropathy, diabetic microangiopathy, lupus nephritis, renal conditions, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, β-thalassemia, biliary dyskinesia, Dejerine-Sottas disease, cholecystitis, and chronic bacterial prostatitis. Curcumin has also shown protection against hepatic conditions, chronic arsenic exposure, and alcohol intoxication. (1) Perfect for: Herbal DETOX Program Herbal SLIM Program Herbal BodiTune Detox ‘n Slim Program References: (1) Therapeutic Roles of Curcumin: Lessons Learned from Clinical Trials. PUBMED https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3535097/
Stuffed Eggplant
Eggplant is an incredible food, especially for budding vegetarians as it has the ability to taste like meat. This dish is a great example of this. It is a very basic stuffed eggplant than requires very little ingredients. Each eggplant serves one person. Ingredients: 1 x Eggplant 1 x small Onion 6 x Cloves of Garlic 2 dessertspoon Tomato paste Thyme, oregano or mixed herbs to taste Method: Slice eggplant in half lengthways and carve out center in one large piece if possible Cut eggplant center into cubes smaller than 1cm Dice onion and garlic Heat oil in a pan and saute diced filling ingredients adding herbs When soft, add tomato paste and stir until thick Spoon the mixture into the eggplant cases Back in oven dish at 175 C for 30 minutes until eggplant has cooked shriveled You could add a tiny bit of cheese if you’re on the one month detox or herbal slim programs Serve with salad or spinach frittata Perfect for: Ultimate Herbal DETOX Program Ultimate Herbal SLIM Program Ultimate DETOX n SLIM Program
Pumpkin & Spinach Oven Bake
Pumpkin, spinach, the food of muscle power, and eggs the ultimate protein super-food. Put these together and you have an amazing powerhouse. This dish is so easy to cook and is very satisfying to eat. Serves 8-10 people (great for leftovers) Ingredients: 1 Large crown pumpkin 4 x 100gm bunches of large leaf spinach 12-16 eggs (depending on the size of pumpkin) 2 white onions 2 bulbs of garlic 500ml of plain unsweetened yoghurt A small handful of mixed herbs Round of brie or camembert 2 tomatoes Mixed herbs Coconut oil (for the dish) Method: Slice and peel pumpkin into wedges Slice pumpkin again into 1cm thick wedges Place pumpkin into a pot and simmer for 10 minutes Get a large flat square or rectangle casserole dish. Mine is about 30cm by 20cm and 10cm deep. Smear dish generously with coconut oil Whisk eggs, yoghurt, and mixed herbs until smooth Chop spinach about 3-4 times lengthwise Drain the pumpkin in a colander and allow to cool Layer half pumpkin, half of the spinach, onions, and garlic into the dish and pour over half the egg mix Repeat this process again until all ingredients have been used Cook for 30 minutes in the oven Remove and add the remaining egg/yoghurt carefully and top with cheese and tomatoes Bake at 175 C for about another 1/2 hour or until you can see the egg is well cooked. Serve with salad or beans Perfect for: Ultimate Herbal SLIM Program Ultimate BodiTune DETOX n SLIM Program https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gd_BCq-gXUw
Brett’s Brain Bliss Balls
One thing that is affected by detoxing is your brain. Our brains get hooked on stimulants like sugar, caffeine, alcohol, nicotine, prescription drugs and other chemical additives used in foods and drinks. Not to mention the snack habits that can be hard to break during the detox or slimming program. This recipe provides a treat or snack during your Herbal BodiTune 30 day detox or Herbal Slim program. It’s sugar-free and high in nutrition, good fats, protein, and antioxidants. Blueberries, cacao, and walnuts all have specific nutritional benefits for the brain. See below. Ingredients: 12 Dates 1 cup of walnuts 1/2 cup shredded coconut 1/3 cup coconut oil 1/3 cup raw cacao powder 2 Tablespoons of blueberries 1 Tablespoon of chia seeds 1 Tsp vanilla essence Method: Soak the dates in water for 1 hour until soft. Soak the Chia seeds in just enough water to cover them, so they thicken into a semi-solid jelly. Place the walnuts in the blender and process until a fine meal. Add everything else and process until a little pasty. Place mixture into a bowl and spoon out onto some coconut to roll into balls. Place into the fridge and allow to solidify for 1 hour before eating. Perfect for: Herbal one-month DETOX program Herbal SLIM program Herbal BodiTune DETOX n’ SLIM program Brain benefits of Blueberries The findings of one study suggest that moderate-term blueberry supplementation can confer neurocognitive benefit and establish a basis for more comprehensive human trials to study preventive potential and neuronal mechanisms. PubMed Brain benefits of Walnuts English walnuts are rich in numerous phytochemicals, including high amounts of polyunsaturated fatty acids, and offer potential benefits to brain health. Polyphenolic compounds found in walnuts not only reduce the oxidant and inflammatory load on brain cells but also improve inter-neuronal signaling. PUBMED Evidence suggests that the integration of walnuts into a healthy diet could be an effective means of prolonging health spans, slowing the processes of brain aging, and reducing the risk of chronic neurodegenerative disease. Journal of Nutrition Brain benefits of Cacao One study showed consumption of cocoa flavanol improved regional cerebral perfusion in older adults. This provided evidence for a possible acute mechanism by which cocoa flavanols are associated with benefits for cognitive performance. See more
Papaya (Carica papaya) Extract – Papain
The combined actions of protein enzymatic activity, cholesterol lowering, worm expelling, ulcer healing and general healing, anti-inflammatory effect make papain an indispensable herbal medicine.
How to Make the Worlds Best Orange Juice for FREE
Brett makes 1 litre of the worlds best orange using the amazing Ladyship high speed juice extractor/blender. This blender is what Brett recommends to use during the Ultimate Herbal DETOX and Herbal SLIM programs. The whole orange is used including the skin. This means you receive the full benefit of the skins antioxidants and vitamin C. Ingredients: 1 Orange 1 stevia tablet Ice cubes Water Method: Chop orange into blender, then add ice stevia and water. Blend until smoothie. Orange Skin Fact. The major phenolic compounds present in the orange include hydroxycinnamic acids (HCA) and flavonoids, among which flavanones are the most prevalent. Citrus flavonoids, especially hesperidin, have a wide range of therapeutic properties, including anti-inflammatory, antihypertensive, diuretic, analgesic, and hypolipidemic activities. The concentrations of antioxidant components vary among the different parts of the orange; therefore, the antioxidant activity of orange parts may also vary. In general, the peel of the fruit contains a higher concentration of antioxidant substances than the flesh of the fruit. Reference: Antioxidant Activity of Orange Flesh and Peel Extracted with Various Solvents. PubMed