Definition
Alterative herbs are those herbs which bring back the lost balance of the body. They nourish and tonify the over all system. These Herbs avoid the fluids from becoming stagnant in the body. They are Curative and provide you an optimum health.
Alterative herbs are Metabolic Tonics. They promote a healthy Metabolism. An efficient metabolism Purifies the Blood.
Effect of Alterative herbs on Body :
These herbs affect the metabolism of the Body. Metabolism balance includes proper functioning of Cells, Tissues and Organs.
How it works :
These herbs help in the functioning of the Liver, the Kidneys, the Lymphatic and the Immune System and the Adrenal Glands. Proper functioning of each organ results in healthy body.
Excess of Alterative herbs may cause : The excess usage of these herbs or usage for a prolonged period may cause Frequent Urination
Single Herbs
Cleavers as an Alterative
Cleavers has an affinity for the Lymphatic System.
Dandelion ( Dudal ) as an Alterative
Dandelion ( Dudal ) has an affinity for the Gastrointestinal Tract. Dandelion cleans and strengthens the Gastrointestinal Tract.
Take dried root of Dandelion ( Dudal ). Powder and store. Put half teaspoon of powder in a cup of water. Boil for 2 to 3 minutes. Strain. Have it once a day.
Note : You may add little amount of powdered Liquorice ( Mulethi ) root to reduce the bitterness of Dandelion ( Dudal ).
Yellow Dock as an Alterative
Yellow Dock has an affinity for the Gastrointestinal Tract.
Stinging Nettle as an Alterative
Stinging Nettle has an affinity for the Adrenal Glands.
Burdock as an Alterative
Burdock has an affinity for the Metabolism as a whole.
Achyranthes Aspera for Kidney
Crush leaves of Achyranthes Aspera to extract its juice. Take half tsp of it twice a day.