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When the blood is toxic, the whole body suffers. Progressively the body and its organs deteriorate owed to toxic and pollution in the blood. The excess can create deficiency by obstructing minerals, vitamins, and physical energy. More in severe cases, coldness, dampness, body dryness and heat can govern. Beacause of the blockage, people will sense the deficiency and over-nourish thus developing further excess or obesity. Some will choose to medicate thus stressing the liver more. This worsens the toxic levels stemming from the liver being over-extended where it cannot evacuate at a rate compared to toxicity buildup and with sustained uncontrolled eating. In order to correct the underlying imbalance in the blood, focus needs to be given to blood purification.

Below is a list of foods that will help purify the blood while improving normal 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 purifier, especially beneficial for Excess body types who have sustained on a high fat protein diet. Its anti-microbial, antiseptic itch, clear the alimentary canal from mouth to rectum. Supports liver functions and digestive absorption. Benefits: colds, influenza, dysentery, bad coughs, microbes, excess weight, hypertension, slow-moving and “sticky” blood, failing blood vessels, gas, upset stomach, blood sugar imbalances, spasms, anxiety, thirstiness, skin inflammation, small open wounds, corns, eye wash. Avoid if one has weak blood (insomnia, pale complexion, irritability, thinness). Lime is stronger than lemon.

Raspberry: Blood cleanser, neutral effect on body temperature, enhances the liver and kidneys, enriches 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 improves one’s core thus boosts libido, counters 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. Steer clear, if your physical type is moist, with excessive weight, sluggishness, hypertension

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 a weak digestion, soft stools, chronic fatigue, general weakness, muscular injury, rheumatism.

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 mix or drink individually. When designing your diet, allow for 3/5 of your plate to hold the above items while 2/5 needs to hold the secondary items 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 liberate yourself from sickness however selecting deteriorating foods will earn an agonizing, limited span and constrained 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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