CNM S2 Coriander Detox & Wheatgrass Flashcards
Which herb can be used to mobilise mercury and other toxic heavy metals such as aluminium from the central nervous system?
Coriander
What is wheatgrass?
young grass of wheat plant.
juiced /powder
Eaten whole / raw
What are the energetic qualities of wheatgrass?
cooling
4 benefits of wheatgrass in clinical application
(MyP)
dwardia
Detoxi- Sprts liver detox p’ways
Tons of nutrients and antiOx
Weight loss: reduce appetite/ increase hormonal signals of satiety (e.g. CCK), balances blood sugars, reduces cravings
Antioxidant:- phenolic /flavonoid helps protect against chronic diseases oxStress Lwr
Regulates blood lipids: Lwr reduce serum triglycerides and LDL cholesterol, whilst increasing HDL cholesterol.
Digestion: (in TCM, nourishes spleen Qi drains dampness.
Immune support and anti-cancer properties, reduce chemoS/E also beneficial for chronic disorders including RA, ulcerative colitis, diab OB
Alkalising: high chlorophyll.
How to ingest wheatgrass?
Fresh juice: 30–120 mL\d
powder: 3–5 g/d
Start low doses / build slowly.
empty stomach, follow 200 mL water.
*grass allergies
nutrient composition of wheatgrass?
(MyP)
bacek cimsaca
Rich in Bvits, A C E K
Calcium
Iron
Magnesium
selenium
Amino acids
Chlorophyl
AntiOxidants