When the blood is toxic, the whole body suffers. Gradually the body and its organs weaken due to toxic and excess in the blood. The excess in the body can generate depletion by impeding minerals, vitamins, and physical energy. Further in extreme cases, coldness, dampness, body dryness and heat can dominate. Beacause of the blockage, people will sense the deficiency and over-nourish thus developing further excess or obesity. The innocent will select to chemical medicines consequently straining the liver further. This exacerbates the toxicity due to the liver becoming extended and not able to clear as fast in comparison to a build-up in toxicity and continued excess ingested. In order to correct the underlying imbalance in the blood, focus needs to be given to blood purification.

Underneath is an inventory of foods that will aid purification of the blood while at the same time anchors healthy blood function.

 

FOODS THAT ENHANCE BLOOD PURIFICATION:

Beets: While purifying the blood, this food strengthens the heart, circulation, liver, improves constipation. Although beets hydrate the blood, additionally, they decongests by freeing “sticky” blood elements, therefore promoting healthy blood flow thus aiding the relief of anxiety and internal conflict.

Celery: This cooling, blood purifying food improves key digestive organs – stomach, spleen, pancreas, liver. Due to its cooling characteristics, the subsequent disorders are benefitted – nervousness, vertigo, eye irritation, burning urine, blood in the urine, acne, canker sores, extreme appetite, menopause, headache, damp body type, diabetes, acidosis, rheumatism, arthritis, gout, nerve inflammation and high blood pressure.

Cucumber: Blood detoxifier, cooling, diuretic, anti-toxic, Improves, bladder and kidney infections, stomach inflammation and ulcers, sore throat, conjunctivitis, acne, skin imbalances. Great topical for skin inflammation.

Grape: Blood purifier, diuretic, increases energy, benefits glands, liver and kidneys, bones, connective tissues and muscles, rheumatism, arthritis, cold constitution, urinary pain, liver imbalances (hepatitis, jaundice), red grapes for anemia and strength. 8 ounces per day for chronic conditions. 16 oz. for acute episodes.

Lemon/Lime: Blood cleanser, particularly valuable for Excess body types who have dieted on a high fat protein regimen. Its anti-microbial, antiseptic itch, clear the alimentary canal from mouth to rectum. Supports liver functions and digestive absorption. Benefits: colds, flus, dysentery, bad coughs, parasites, weight loss, high blood pressure, sluggish and congealed blood, deteriorating blood vessels, flatulence, indigestion, diabetes, spasms, nervousness, excess thirst, topical for itch, sores, corns, eye wash. Avoid if one has weak blood (insomnia, pale complexion, irritability, thinness). Lime is stronger than lemon.

Raspberry: Blood purifier, neutral food temperature, improves the liver and kidneys, nourishes the blood. Benefits: anemia, excessive/frequent urination,

Raspberry leaf improves the uterus, normalizes excessive menstrual flow, supports premature ejaculation, pregnancy hormone balance, curtails bleeding.

Dried unripe raspberry fruit is stronger than mature fruit. The fruit supports one’s essence thus enhances libido, impotence, involuntary seminal emission and spermatorrhea. Increase eye visual functions.

Salt (Himalayan, Sea): Blood purifier, softens masses, moistens dryness. This benefits hardened lymph nodes, cataracts, muscle and gland hardness, constipation, abdominal swelling and pain, skin inflammation and sores, sore throat, nourishes the heart and mind, increases concentration, calms the dry, nervous, thin body type. Avoid if your body type is damp, overweight, sluggish, high blood pressure

Tomato: Blood purifier, detoxifies the whole body, nourishes the stomach, clears the liver, stimulates appetite, indigestion, food retention, anorexia, constipation, high blood pressure, red eyes, headaches, rheumatism, gout

Vinegar: Blood purifier, stimulates body energy and circulation, decongests the blood and liver, improves mood, food poisoning, nausea, edema, overweight, mucus, topical-athletes foot and insect stings, digestive parasites and worms, ceases bleeding-nose, spitting blood, fainting, post childbirth anemia. Avoid if you have poor digestion energy, soft stools, persistent exhaustion, overall weakness, muscular damage, arthritis.

Watercress: Blood purifier and builder, diuretic, improves the lung, stomach, bladder and kidney energy, lubricates the lungs and throat, reduces cancerous growths, improves night vision, clears facial sores, stimulates gland secretions, benefits jaundice, urinary tract problems, yellow lung mucus, sore throat, mumps, gas, bad breath.

You can also juice these foods 3-4 cups a day for a 160 lb. person. This can be increased for heavier people. You can combine or drink separately. When crafting your diet, allocate 3/5 of your plate to contain the above items whereas 2/5 needs to include the minor choices below. Preferred blood detox herbs offering natural chelation are listed at Herb Medicine - Ailments Reference .

Additional secondary foods to support the primary purification foods above:

Vegetables: Asparagus, Avocados, Alfalfa sprouts, Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Vegetable juices, Cauliflower, Celery, Collard greens, Cucumbers, Fennel, Garlic, Green beans, Green peas, Kale, Leeks, Micro-algae (chlorella, spirulina, wild blue-green), Seaweeds (irish moss, kelp, etc.), Turnip, Scallion, Saltless sauerkraut, Mushrooms (Ganoderm, Maitake, Shiitake, YunZhi), Pumpkin & seed
Meat: Cod, Halibut, Salmon, Scallops, Tuna (from non-toxic sources, small portions-10-15% of plate, 1 time per day)
Fruit: Apples, Apricot, Bananas, Bitter melon, Blueberries, Cantaloupe, Cherry, Cranberries, Figs, Grapefruit, Grapes, Kiwifruit, Lemon/Limes, Oranges, Papaya, Pears, Pineapple, Plums, Prunes, Raisins, Raspberries, Strawberries, Watermelon
Legumes: Black beans, Dried peas, Garbanzo beans (chickpeas), Kidney beans, Lentils, Lima beans, Miso, Navy beans, Pinto beans, Soybeans
Whole grains: Amaranth, Barley, Brown rice, Buckwheat, Corn, Millet, Oats, Quinoa, Spelt, Whole wheat, Whole rice
Nuts & Seeds: Fox nut, Chestnut, Sesame seed, Flax seed, Walnut, Rye
Sweeteners: Royal Jelley, Stevia, Agave Nectar, Bee pollen
Healthy oils: Sunflower seed, sesame oil, ghee & coconut oil

The above healthy foods will go a long way to purify your blood, elongate and bring quality of life. You can free yourself from debility while choosing the harming foods will bring a short, painful and restricted life. At the moment, what’s left, but to discover the strength for 90-180 days and tune into your healthy body. 

Mark Hammer C.M.H. Master Herbalist- Chinese Medicine  Longevity Mountain 

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