Hepatitis (Viral Hepatitis, Chronic Hepatitis) is an inflammation or infection of the liver caused by a virus, alcohol, medications or toxins. A number of herbs are hepatotoxic (i.e. cause liver damage), even some that may be beneficial in very small quantities can be harmful in larger quantities.
Liver Diseases
1) Hepatopathies
2) Hepatitis
3) Cholelithiasis
4) Cirrhosis
5) Gall Bladder Disorders
Causes of Hepatitis
• Viruses
• Alcohol
• Medications
• Toxins
Note:
* Complex Carbohydrates such as Starch are the nutrients most easily metabolized by a diseased Liver and Whole Grains, Potatoes, tapioca and other tubers are the best sources.
Dietary Principles for Hepatitis
There is no doubting the importance of low fat diets for Hepatitis sufferers.
• Bile (Manufactured in The Liver) is used to break down fats and to convert fat soluable toxins and wastes into Water soluble compounds the body can eliminate, but when The Liver is inflammed the functions are severely impaired, so the avoidance of fatty foods is a way of resting The Liver.
• Foods to be avoided (or taken in moderation) are full fat Dairy protects, fried foods, Red Meats and Vegetable oils.
• A dessertspoon of Olive Oil on a daily basis can be of benefit so long as it is well tolerated.
• Protein intake on the other hand is necessary to assist The Liver in the process of cell regeneration.
• Vegetable Proteins are preferred and best taken in combinations of pulses (Beans, Peas, Lentils, Tofu) and/or with Whole Grains (such as Rice, Wheat and Barley), while hite meats (fish and chicken) are preferred to Red Meats for their lower fat content.
• Wild greens (such as Dandelion, Plantain and dock leaves) can be added to meals and sandwiches, or cultivated greens such as Chicory and Endive.
• Spices containing hepatoprotective compounds (such as Turmeric, Garlic and Black Pepper) and several foods known to have hepatoprotective properties (such as globe Artichoke) can be added to foods.
Home Remedies for Hepatitis
• Eat light, nutritious and healthy diets. Put more emphasis on increase intake of Vegetables, B-complex Vitamins, Vitamin C, Folates and anti-oxidants.
• Avoid Alcoholic beverages, chemical-based medications, chemical additives and food contaminants such as pesticides.
• In addition to the above, eat Whole Grains, Fruits, leafy green Vegetables, Grape, Asian Plum, Wild Cherry, Loquat, Artichoke, cardoon, Onion, Sauerkraut, Radish, tapioca, Tamarind, Raw Honey, lecithin, brewer’s Yeast and Olive Oil.
• Reduce or eliminate intake of Alcoholic beverages, saturated fats, animal Protein, sugars, and Coffee.
Herbal Advice for Liver Diseases
• Common Club Moss – One (1) cup of Common Club Moss tea drunk on an empty stomach half an hour before Breakfast and another cup half an hour before the evening meal are helpful, as they swiftly relieve the shortness of breath accompanying Cirrhosis and malignant diseases of The Liver. 1 teaspoon per cup of boiling Water is used.
• Swedish Bitters – Swedish Bitters as a dressing should be applied for 4 hours during the day and warm Horsetail plaster for 2 hours mornings and afternoons while resting on bed and also overnight.
• Ripe Tomato.
• Sapodilla Fruit.
• Andrographis.
• Beet Root Decoction.
• Kohlrabi.
• Saffron Stigmas.
• Artichoke Leaves Infusion.
Note:
* Plasters and dressings have to be kept warm!
Internal Herbal Advice for Urinary Tract Problems
• Coconut Water.
• Roasted Watermelon Seeds Infusion.
• Sappan Wood and Bark Decoction – A Decoction of the Wood and Bark Is Taken 3-4 Glasses A Day for Urinary Problems.
• Alfalfa Tea Infusion.
• Garden Radish Raw Roots.
• Calthrops Powder, Cinnamon Powder, Cardamom Powder and Sugar Mixture – A whole calthops plant is dried and ground to powder. 1 teaspoon of Cardamon and 1 teaspoon of Cinnamon and 1/2 a cup of sugar is added. Use 1/2 a teaspoon with Water 3 times a day before meals.
Food Remedies for Hepatitis
Apple
Globe Artichoke
Asian Plums
Baobab Fruit
Black Seed
Broccoli
Cayenne Pepper
Cloves
Fenugreek
Finger Millet
Garden Cress
Ginger
Governor’s Plum
Grapefruit
Green Tea
Lemon
Lemongrass
Licorice
Loquat
Noni Fruit
Okra
Sweet Orange
Peaches
Plums
Strawberries
Tamarind
Tangerine
Turmeric
Wasabi
White Tea
Wild Strawberries
Yamabushitake Mushroom
• Apple – They are highly recommended in cases of Chronic Hepatitis, fatty degeneration of The Liver (due to the consumption of Alcoholic beverages) and Cirrhosis. It decongest Hepatic gland thanks to their choleretic and depurant effects.
• Globe Artichoke – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis. It has a long history of use as a major remedy for Liver and Gall Bladder Disorders. It is the leaf with potent constituents (such as cynarin and other Phenolic Acids, sesquiterpene lactones, Flavonoids, Inulin) that contains these properties. Its a safe and reliable herb for all Liver disturbances (including Hepatitis), helps to lower Cholesterol (made in The Liver) and assists weight reduction. It can be made into a leaf decoction and take alone (or in combination) with Dandelion and/or Milk Thistle.
• Asian Plums – Asian Plum helps in chronic disorders conditions since it is mildly Diuretic, depurant and detoxifying.
• Baobab Fruit – Baobab Fruit are most famous for is their ability to cleanse the body of toxins by helping detoxify The Liver and eliminate toxins from the body. Baobab Fruit pulp was found to contain Triterpenoids, Beta-Sitosterol and ursolic acid which, according to research, may lend it strong hepatoprotective properties.
• Black Seed – Black Cumin seeds are anti-viral, thus promising in the treatment of chronic viral Infections (such as Hepatitis C).
• Broccoli – Cruciferous Vegetables family (of which Broccoli is a member) is known for benefiting The Liver and promoting natural detoxification.
• Cayenne Pepper – For detoxification, Cayenne by heating the body and causing us to Sweat through its circulatory Stimulant properties, helps streamline the natural process of detoxification and also increases the pulse of our Lymphatic and Digestive rhythms.
• Cloves – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis C virus.
• Fenugreek – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis.
• Finger Millet – Millet is alkaline and it digests easily and acts as a Prebiotic feeding microflora in the inner ecosystem. Fiber in Finger Millets helps protect against formation of Gallstones by speeding elimination of waste from the Digestive System.
• Garden Cress – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis.
• Ginger – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis C virus.
• Governor’s Plum – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis.
• Grapefruit – For cleansing of blood which in turn promotes the body’s detoxifying functions (particularly in The Liver), one may drink a glass of Grapefruit juice on an empty stomach each morning.
• Green Tea – Green Tea may help to treat Hepatitis. Its Polyphenols has strong effect on reducing the body fat content, Hepatic triacylglycerol and Cholesterol accumulation where it seems that tea extract suppresses adiposity and affects the expression of Lipid Metabolism genes especially Hepatic expression of the Lipid catabolism genes acyl-coenzyme A oxidase 1, palmitoyl (ACOX1), acyl-coenzyme A dehydrogenase, c-4 to c-12 straight chain (ACADM), and peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor alpha (PPAR-alpha).
• Lemon – Lemons have a positive effects on The Liver.
• Lemongrass – Diuretic properties of Lemongrass helps remove toxins, uric acid and bad Cholesterol from the body by increasing the frequency and quantity of urination. Urination also helps clean out the kidneys. The cleansing properties of Lemongrass tea help purify The Liver, kidneys, bladder and pancreas.
• Licorice – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis. Liquorice is regarded by herbalists as a harmoniser or balancing agent. Its effective rate in treatments of Chronic Hepatitis B(HVB) patients is over 70%, having potent constituents (such as glycyrrhizin [a Triterpenoid Saponin], Isoflavones) which have Demulcent, Expectorant, anti-ulcer, tonic, anti-viral, Anti-Inflammatory and hepatoprotective activities. The herb has a mineralcorticoid effect and can cause oEdema (Dropsy) and Hypertension in some people. It contain glycyrrhizin (a triterpene Saponins which has an Anti-Inflammatory and anti-arthritic action similar to hydrocortisone and other corticosteroid Hormones) which is effective in the treatment of Chronic Hepatitis and Liver Cirrhosis as it stimulates production of Hormones by the Adrenal Glands and reduces the breakdown of Steroids by The Liver and kidneys.
• Loquat – A Loquat treatment decongests The Liver in cases of chronic Liver diseases such as Hepatitis, Cirrhosis and fatty Liver degeneration. Reduces The Liver‘s volume in cases of hepatomegalia (enlargement of The Liver). Reduces ascites (accumulation of Fluid in the abdominal cavity) which is often accompanies Liver degeneration. It treatment decongests The Liver in cases of chronic Liver diseases such as Hepatitis, Cirrhosis and fatty Liver degeneration. Reduces The Liver’s volume in cases of hepatomegalia (enlargement of The Liver).
• Noni Fruit – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis.
• Okra – Okra is found to protect against chemically induced Liver damage. A study also found Okra to have strong anti-oxidant and hepaprotective properties, comparable to Milk Thistle or silymarin (Saudi pharmaceutical Journal).
• Sweet Orange – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis C virus.
• Peaches – Peaches are beneficial for cleansing and detoxifying the body. They assist in Flushing out harmful toxins from The Liver and kidneys. Peach extracts possess hepato-protectant elements that are valuable in treating the condition of hepato-toxicity caused as a result of prolonged therapy for various diseases like Tuberculosis and Diabetes.
• Plums – Plums is low in Protein, fat and Sodium content that makes it very suitable for Liver disease (Chronic Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, etc.).
• Strawberries – Strawberries are useful in cases of Liver disorders such as Chronic Hepatitis and Cirrhosis.
• Tamarind – Tamarind helps to reduce acidity in the body and improves the functioning of Liver bile.
• Tangerine – Tangerine is a good decongestant and Diuretic. It’s useful in helping promote detoxification of The Liver due to its Sulfur content.
• Turmeric – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis B virus. Traditionally, Turmeric is used to aid in digestion and Liver function.It involved drying the rhizome (underground stem) and taking Turmeric powder in capsules, Green Teas, or liquid extracts.
• Wasabi – Wasabi photochemicals help The Liver to get rid of toxins and carcinogens compounds stored in The Liver’s fatty tissues.
• White Tea – Its Catechins content offer protection against Hepatitis B Infection (Catechins anti-viral effects can help in blocking the life cycle of Hepatitis B virus). The Catechins (which are also found in tea) were found to offer protection against Hepatitis B Infection (Catechins anti-viral effects can help in blocking the life cycle of Hepatitis B virus). White Tea is also a good way to enhance the natural detoxification in the body.
• Wild Strawberries – Wild Strawberry juice is recommended in treating Liver disorders (such as Hepatitis, Chronic Hepatitis and Cirrhosis).
• Yamabushitake Mushroom – Secondary metabolites of Mushroom (such as Phenolics, Steroids, terpenes) and essential cell wall components have protective effects against Liver dysfunction.
Herbal Remedies for Hepatitis
Acacia Concinna
Agrimony
Aleppo Oak
Annatto
Astragalus
Babul
Sweet Basil
Beleric Myrobalan
Bilimbi
Bishops Weed
Frankincense
Bupleurum
Calendula Marigold
Cat’s Whiskers
Ceylon Leadwort
Chaga Mushroom
German Chamomile
China Grass
Cogon Grass
Common Club Moss
Common Liverwort
Cordyceps Mushroom
Cubeb
Culver’s Root
Dandelion
Desmodium
Embelia
English Oak
Evodia
False Daisy
Fringe Tree
Glossy Privet
Golden Shower
Gotu Kola
Grape Leaves
Greater Celandine
Honeysuckle
Horsemint
Hygrophila
Jasmine
Java Water Dropwort
Jin Yin Hua
Kuth
Lady’s Bedstraw
Lion’s Tail
Mahua
Maral Root
Matchbox Bean
Mesima Mushroom
Mexican Daisy
Milk Thistle
Moringa
Mugwort
Mulungu
Mussaenda
Neem
Peach Leaves
Peacock Flower
Peony Root
Phyllanthus
Physic Nut
Picrorrhiza
Polypody
Rehmannia
Reishi Mushroom
Rhodiola
Rosemary
Sage
Schisandra
Mangrove Holly
Seed-Under-Leaf
Small Herbal Bitters
Shrubby Sophora
St.John’s Wort
Stonebreaker
Sweet Annie
Sweet Woodruff
Tamarisk
Turkey Tail Mushroom
Wild Ginger
Wood Sorrel
Wormwood
Yarrow
Yellow Spotted White Saxifrage
Yin Chen Hao
• Acacia Concinna – Pods has hepatoprotective effect and is used as Deobstruent in cases of Jaundice and other biliary derangements. The interaction of the extracted compounds show anti-viral properties against SC5BP which could be used in further analysis for inhibition of HCV replication.
• Agrimony – Mix 100gm of Agrimony, 100gm of Bedstraw and 100gm of Woodruff (Asperula odorata) for Liver disorders. Drink a cup of Agrimony tea on an empty stomach and sip 2 cups during the day.
• Aleppo Oak – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis C virus.
• Annatto – Its seeds are used to help tone, balance and strengthen The Liver and reduce Liver inflammation (Hepatitis). Its seeds have hepatoprotective effects, which help balance, detoxify, metabolize, and strengthen The Liver.
• Astragalus – It participate in the treatment of Hepatitis by inhibiting Hepatitis-B virus cells in The Liver.
• Babul – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis C virus.
• Sweet Basil – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis A virus.
• Beleric Myrobalan – Its fruit is hepatoprotective (possibly due to the presence of gallic acid) and supports the treatment of Liver disease.
• Bilimbi – Bilimbi leaves exhibit hepato-protective activity against Liver toxicity from carbon tetraChloride (CCl4) by significantly prevented CCl4-induced elevation of some Liver damage biomarkers levels (such as serum glutamate oxaloacetate transaminase, serum glutamate pyruvate transaminase and alkaline phosphatase), total Protein, and bilirubin.
• Bishops Weed – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis C virus.
• Frankincense – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis C virus.
• Bupleurum – It has an inhibitory and hepatoprotective effect against Liver fibrosis and improve hepatocytes developed due to increased oxidative Stress build-up and inflammatory reaction, through its Saikosaponins content. Its Saikosaponins potent anti-oxidant property provides protective effects against Lipid peroxidation in hepatocytes.
• Calendula Marigold – Calendula is also an excellent remedy in disorders of The Liver, since its also beneficial for infectious Hepatitis. As a blood cleanser, it is a great helper in infectious Hepatitis. Drink 3-4 cups a day (about a tablespoonful every quarter of an hour). As a blood cleanser, it is a great helper in infectious Hepatitis. 1-2 cups a day work wonders. Since Calendula is also beneficial for infectious Hepatitis, it is an excellent remedy in disorders of The Liver. Drink 3-4 cups a day (about a tablespoonful every quarter of an hour).
• Cat’s Whiskers – Cat whiskers leaves combined with Alumea leaves (blumea balsamifera), Seed-Under-Leaf (Phyllanthus fraternus) leaves, and Turmeric (Curcuma xanthorrhiza) rhizomes is used to treat Jaundice, Hepatitis and biliary lithiasis.
• Ceylon Leadwort – Ceylon Leadwort has Anti-Inflammatory properties and is used as a Liver tonic, as it enhances The Liver Metabolism and is effectively used in Hepatitis. Use of powdered Leadwort helps to improve the power of Liver.
• Chaga Mushroom – Secondary metabolites of Mushroom (such as Phenolics, Steroids, terpenes) and essential cell wall components have protective effects against Liver dysfunction.
• German Chamomile – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis.
• China Grass – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis B virus.
• Chiretta – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis B virus. Chiretta contains amarogentin (a bitter Iridoid which has a protective action on The Liver). It has Anti-hepatitis B activities capable of helping in the prevention of Hepatitis and the destruction of the Hepatitis virus in the body.
• Cogon Grass – The grass root extract is also effective for the treatment of acute Viral Hepatitis.
• Common Club Moss – For inflammation of The Liver, growth of the connective tissues of The Liver, even if malignant, Club Moss is vital. With its use the patient quickly regains his strength. For shortness of breath at night (a symptom of hardening of The Liver (Cirrhosis of The Liver) in its last state), a drink from a Club Moss tea is miraculously beneficial. It’s also good for Liver Cancer. For Cirrhosis and malignant diseases of The Liver, 2 cups are drunk daily.
• Common Liverwort – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis.
• Cordyceps Mushroom – Secondary metabolites of Mushroom (such as Phenolics, Steroids, terpenes) and essential cell wall components have protective effects against Liver dysfunction.
• Cubeb – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis C virus.
• Culver’s Root – Culver’s root is used as a treatment for ailments related to The Liver and Gall Bladder (such as Hepatitis, Cholecystitis, Jaundice) and other conditions believed to be caused by poor Liver function (eg. some Skin diseases).
• Dandelion – Dandelion has two outstanding qualities which is useful in disorders of The Liver and of the Gall Bladder. For chronic inflammation of The Liver (sharp pain felt in the region of the lower Corner of the right shoulder blade) swift relief, chew 5-6 pieces daily of fresh Dandelion flower stems. The fresh stems can help remove Gallstones painlessly as they stimulate The Liver and the Gall Bladder. Dandelion improves your Liver and moods as it ranks right alongside Milk Thistle as the most frequently recommended herbs to help patients who need Liver detoxification. Dandelion has a chemical component called taraxacin (thought to stimulate the Digestive organs and help prompt The Liver and Gall Bladder to release bile) which can be useful in Constipation and Indigestion. Best for the treatment of Hepatitis. Dandelion has a long history of use for Liver ailments. While the leaves tend to act as potent Diuretics, the roots are used specifically to promote bile and restore Liver function. Dandelion stimulates Liver function and assists in healing chronic and acute Liver conditions (such as Hepatitis and Cirrhosis). Its one of the most potent Liver tonic herbs, making it helpful for inflammation and Congestion of The Liver.
• Desmodium – Desmodium is primarily a hepatoprotective (Liver protective), offering the most appropriate response for all aggressions of The Liver. It is useful in the treatment of Viral Hepatitis (including Viral Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B, most effective during the early stages).
• Embelia – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis C virus. Embelia embelin content has liver-protective (hepato-protective) effects comparable to Milk Thistle (silymarin), where it helps with regeneration of Liver cells and anti-oxidant production. It has anti-viral activity against Hepatitis C virus.
• English Oak – English Oak can combat the damaging effects of Alcohol on The Liver, by inhibiting/preventing Hepatitis and Liver failure. It can enhance Liver regeneration and stabilize ALT, AST, ALP, bilirubin, GGT, and ESR levels post heavy Alcohol consumption.
• Evodia – Evodia has Anti-hepatitis-B surface antigen capability.
• False Daisy – Its very effective hepato-protective herb for treating conditions such as Liver Cirrhosis, Hepatitis, fatty Liver disease, Jaundice (a severe Liver health and functionality condition, resulting in Skin discoloration) and improves kidney function, thus properly balance The Liver and ensure its normal function. Eclipta herb contain wedelolactone and dimethyl wedelolactone which posses potent anti-hepatotoxic properties.
• Fringe Tree – Fringe Tree is regarded as an excellent stimulating tonic and potently effective treatment for treating Liver disorders (such as Jaundice, Cirrhosis, Chronic Hepatitis, and poor Liver function). It contain a new ligand (phillyrin-6-O-beta-D-glucoside) believed to be useful in medication of Hepatitis.
• Glossy Privet – Glossy privet fruit as a general tonic (often decocted with other herbs) has been used in treating a wide variety of ailments such as Respiratory tract Infections, Hypertension, Parkinson’s Disease, Hepatitis, etc.
• Golden Shower – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis.
• Gotu Kola – It contain asiaticoside which reduces elevated Liver enzymes responding to a liver-toxic chemical, thus may significantly prevent Liver injury and Hepatitis by reducing tissue destruction and improved Liver function.
• Grape Leaves – An infusion prepared with Grapes leaves have beneficial effects in the treatment of Hepatic diseases, Jaundice, Hepatitis and Liver stones.
• Greater Celandine – Greater Celandine is a reliable remedy for serious Liver ailments when used in a homeopathic form.
• Honeysuckle – Its tea is very effectual for the patients of Hepatitis C as it helps in curbing down the irritating Nausea and Vomiting sensation.
• Horsemint – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis A virus.
• Hygrophila – Hygrophila (whole plant) aqueous extract has hepato-protective and anti-oxidative properties against CCl4 induced Liver dysfunction, hepatotoxicities and chemically induced Hepatic carcinogenesis. Its root decoction is administered/useful in the treatment of Liver disorders (like Jaundice and Hepatitis) and specially useful in Hepatic derangement.
• Jasmine – Jasmine flowers bioactive compounds have potent natural anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-fungal and Anti-Microbial properties, thus explaining the traditional uses of Jasmine for treating Hepatitis, or Cirrhosis.
• Java Water Dropwort – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis B virus.
• Jin Yin Hua – Frequent consumption of the herb, detoxify the inner organs of Human Body, thus can help clean The Liver. Its tea is very effective for Hepatitis C as it helps curbing down the irritating Nausea and Vomiting sensation.
• Kuth – Kuth is beneficial for treating Liver ailments where it helps to lower Liver damage related with Hepatitis. It may exert properties protective of The Liver (decrease Liver inflammation and improve Liver enzymes), thus may aid in the treatment of certain Liver disorders.
• Lady’s Bedstraw – Lady’s Bedstraw (Galium verum) upper herbaceous parts acts as choleretics and Cholagogue, exerting positive effects on Liver disorders and can be used to treat Hepatitis.
• Lion’s Tail – Lion’s Tail fresh stem juice is used as a blood impurity infusion drink used to treat Asthma and Viral Hepatitis.
• Mahua – Mahua is an hepato-protective agent capable of reinforcing the walls of The Liver, and also prevents the release of harmful chemicals markers (like Serum glutamic-oxaloacetic transaminase [SGOT] and Alanine aminotransferase [ALT]) in blood used to detect Liver damage (their absence from the bloodstream is an indication of a healthy Liver). It provides relief from Hepatitis symptoms (inflammation of The Liver) such as Liver cell death and slowing down the progression of the disease.
• Maral Root – Maral Root constitutents (such as hesperetin, Quercetin, quercetagetin, luteolin, Kaempferol, isorhamnetin, chrysanthemin and cyanin) have shown to decrease levels of Cholesterol and triglycerides, while improving bile levels of bilirubin. It can protect The Liver against heliotrine induced Hepatitis.
• Matchbox Bean – Matchbox Bean stem bark extracts has anti-viral activities against Hepatitis C virus (HCV) by inhibiting its replication and indirectly regulating the Hepatitis C virus (HCV) regulation. Its stem bark extract has hepato-protective and cyto-protective activity, where it can efficiently decrease lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) leakage from Liver and also inhibit the leakage of lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) enzyme from Liver.
• Mesima Mushroom – Secondary metabolites of Mushroom (such as Phenolics, Steroids, terpenes) and essential cell wall components have protective effects against Liver dysfunction.
• Mexican Daisy – Its extracts are effective at alleviating Liver Stress caused by pharmacological agents (such as paracetamol, Viral Hepatitis, drug intoxication, and Lipid peroxidation from a reactive oxidative species) by lowering the levels of serum Aspartate aminotransferase, serum Alanine aminotransferase, serum Alkaline phosphatase, and serum bilirubin, thus hepatoprotective.
• Milk Thistle – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis and Hepatitis C virus. It is regarded as the standard amongst hepatoprotective herbs and remains the most well studied with potent constituents (such as flavonoLignans/silymarin – unusual Polyphenolic compounds). It demonstrates the dual effect of the flavonoLignans which is membrane stabilizing effect (protecting Liver cells from destruction from toxins) via anti-oxidant action, and Protein synthesis enhancing effect, whereby the protected cells act as regeneration centres for new cells. Thistle seed preparations are ideal for chronic and post-acute stages of Hepatitis, fatty degeneration and even Cirrhosis of The Liver. Milk Thistle is one of the most effective Liver herbs, aids in expelling Liver toxins and boosts the production of new Liver cells and reduce The Liver damaging effects of chemotherapeutic drugs. It dramatically improves Liver regeneration (remarkable ability to assist The Liver in repair) in Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, Mushroom Poisoning and other diseases of The Liver.
• Moringa – Moringa extracts exert a hepatoprotective effect on The Liver and have been valiDated for there effectiveness against The Liver damage caused by anti-tubercular drugs. Moringa helps to restore the levels of glutathione content in the body and prevents radiation-induced Hepatic Lipid peroxidation. The Liver protective effect of Moringa is attributed to the presence of Phytochemicals (such as Catechin, epicatechin, ferulic acid and Vitamin C). Moringa has hypocholesterolemic effects which helps in reducing high-fat diet-induced rise The Liver, kidney and serum Cholesterol levels.
• Mugwort – Mugwort is great for Liver function as Liver tonic.
• Mulungu – Mulungu is also used in South America to treat Hepatitis and Liver disorders, as it tones and strengthens The Liver, and helps to clear obstructions and reduce inflammation. It has hepatoprotection which is the ability to prevent damage to The Liver, but also helps to strengthen the body’s organs (including the kidney and Liver).
• Mussaenda – Several Mussaenda species have hepato-protective activity and can be used for the treatment of Jaundice and Hepatitis. Its erythrophylla variety possess hepato-protective activity against CCl4 induced hepatotoxicity through its significant reduction in serum enzyme, SGOT, SGPT, ALP and Total bilirubin.
• Neem – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis.
• Peach Leaves – Peach Leaves infusion is an effective aid in the treatment of Liver problems (such as Hepatitis and Jaundice).
• Peacock Flower – Peacock Flower leaves decoction can be drunk for Hepatitis.
• Peony Root – Red Peony Root is helpful to people with Viral Hepatitis as it reduces Liver enzyme levels and Cirrhosis. Its beneficial in helping to protect against Liver damage (such as Viral Hepatitis, Liver Cirrhosis) caused by chemical toxins.
• Phyllanthus – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis B virus. Its renowned for its success in treating Hepatitis (especially Hepatitis B) and Jaundice. It has acheived international status since the publication of a clinical trial with Hepatitis B(HVB) patients. It contains potent constituents (such as ellagitannin [including geraniin], Lignans [phyllanthin], flavanoids, Alkaloids) shown to have Astringent, Diuretic, Cholagogue, anti-viral and hepatoprotective activities. Phyllanthus can protect hepatocytes (Liver cells) and its herb and its root exhibit anti-viral actions on Hepatitis-B, hence it can effectively cure/eradicate Hepatitis B virus (HBV, a form of Viral Hepatitis that can cause long-term Liver inflammation and damage). Its combined with Picrorrhiza (Picrorrhiza kurroa and traditionally used as a remedy for treating Liver problems (such as Hepatitis B) and other Liver disorders. Its has anti-viral activity against the Hepatitis B virus by inhibiting RNA replication of the Hepatitis B virus and showing a significant improvement in measures of Infection.
• Physic Nut – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis.
• Picrorrhiza – Picrorrhiza as a hepatoprotective is an excellent remedy for improving Liver function, where its picroliv content is the active hepatoprotective component. Its roots and root powder are used to treat Jaundice, reduce Hepatitis, reduce bilirubin (when given 3 day for a period of 2 weeks) and revert Liver damage.
• Polypody – Polypody is useful as a natural treatment for Liver diseases (such as Jaundice and Hepatitis), possibly due to its Liver stimulating effect. Polypody roots can reduce inflammation and considered of value for lung ailments, Liver diseases and spleen disorders.
• Rehmannia – Its a very important liver-protective herb, preventing Poisoning and Liver damage. It can be effective in treating Hepatitis.
• Reishi Mushroom – Reishi (Elixir of Immortality) contains ganodermic acids (Triterpenoids) and a number of polysaccharides that seem to benefit everything from blood pressure to Liver detoxification to Adrenal function. Best for the treatment of Hepatitis B virus. The polyphore Mushroom is rated as one of the greatest of all medicines (even rivalling the legendary Ginseng) with potent constituents (such as triterpenes [including ganoderic acid], polysaccharides, organic germanium, adenosine) and frequently used for Chronic Hepatitis. It can be obtained in the dried form (or in tablets) given in daily doses range between 2-10g (but should to be taken under the supervision of a qualified practitioner).
• Rhodiola – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis C virus.
• Rosemary – Rosemary oil is Liver protective, anti-mutagenic, tumor inhibiting and mildly Anti-Biotic and anti-viral, probably because of the Diterpenes.
• Sage – Sage tea is valuable in Liver complaints, dispels Flatulence and all complaints caused by an ill Liver.
• Schisandra – Its commonly used as a general tonic to promote Liver health as it has outstanding abilities to detoxify The Liver and even treat Chronic Hepatitis. Its Lignans (upto 30 different Lignans) have pronounced anti-hepatoxic (liver-protective) action, treating patients with Hepatitis and poor Liver function, with no side effects. Schizandra dried Fruits is beneficial for stimulating bile production with potent constituents (such as schizandrins [Lignans], Essential Oil, fatty oil and Mucilage) shown to decrease Liver enzymes rapidly in various forms of Hepatitis, protects Liver cells from toxins and viruses, and promotes Liver Protein synthesis.
• Mangrove Holly – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis B virus.
• Seed-Under-Leaf – Seed-Under-Leaf decoction active compounds (phyllanthin and hypophyllanthin) are the major components which tones The Liver, balances Liver enzymes and kills pathogens that infect The Liver (such as Hepatitis B virus [all types of Hepatitis], Jaundice, alcohol-induced fatty Liver, bile insufficiency, biliousness, Liver Cancer and spleen problems).
• Small Herbal Bitters – Swedish Bitters are beneficial for pain in the Gall Bladder. 1 tablespoonful daily in the morning and evening and a dressing at night. Soon all pain will disappear. For Jaundice very soon all complaints disappear, if 1 tablespoon of these drops is taken 3 times daily and dressing is applied to the swollen Liver.
• Shrubby Sophora – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis.
• St.John’s Wort – Its extracts (particularly hypericin, the red pigment found in the petals and leaves) have strong anti-viral activity against influenza, herpes, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C.
• Stonebreaker – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis B virus. It has shown clinical efficacy in Viral Hepatitis B. Its anti-viral and liver-protecting abilities are helpful in treating acute Hepatitis B Infections. However some side effects like upper abdominal pain and Diarrhea can be reported.
• Sweet Annie – Sweet Annie is a great Liver tonic useful in the treatment of Liver related diseases (like Jaundice and Hepatitis).
• Sweet Woodruff – Sweet Woodruff fresh leaves decoction is useful for the removal of the biliary obstructions/disturbances in Liver, thus effectively treats kidney and Liver disorders (such as Hepatitis and Jaundice).
• Tamarisk – Tamarisk may be used to treat disorders of The Liver as it has positive and Stimulant effects on Liver function. Its extracts have the ability to stimulate and improve Liver function (maybe due to its Laxative and anti-hemolytic properties), contributing to the overall health of the organ, therefore diseases that affect The Liver (such as Hepatitis or Cirrhosis).
• Turkey Tail Mushroom – Secondary metabolites of Mushroom (such as Phenolics, Steroids, terpenes) and essential cell wall components have protective effects against Liver dysfunction.
• Wild Ginger – Wild Ginger extracts can brings the serum levels of AST, ALT, ALP, bilirubin, and total Protein to their normal levels, thus hepatoprotective against drugs and chemicals that induce Liver injuries (such as paracetamol, nonSteroidal Anti-Inflammatory, glucocorticoids, isoniazid, aflatoxins, arsenic, vinyl Chloride, and other ingredients).
• Wood Sorrel – Wood Sorrel relieves slight Liver complaints. For these, the tea is drunk cooled, 2 cups a day.
• Wormwood – Its a tonic for Liver and Liver disease treatments.
• Yarrow – For Liver disorders, Yarrow tea is beneficial.
• Yellow Spotted White Saxifrage – Best for the treatment of Hepatitis C virus.
• Yin Chen Hao – Yin Chen Hao leaves and young shoots infusion is potentially used internally in the treatment of various Liver diseases (such as Jaundice, Hepatitis, Gall Bladder complaints and Feverish illnesses, Chronic Hepatitis B virus [HBV] Infection, Cirrhosis, and hepatocellular carcinoma). It has effective anti-fibrotic and anti-hepatofibrotic effects against Liver fibrosis as it regulate fibrogenic mediators (such as alpha-SMA, PDGF-beta, TGF-beta, Collagen, type I, alpha 1 [Col1A1], and tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinases TIMP1 and TIMP2) and suppresses the three (3) major profibrotic cytokines (PDGF-beta, TGF-beta, and connective tissue growth factor [CTGF]).