Buchu Leaves refers to a plant originated in Southern Africa and it was used for anointing bodies. These leaves are smooth and perennial shrubs that are purplish brown in color and are in 2 to 3 feet height. They bear flowers in pink or white color. Buchu leaves contain strong odor and are aromatic like mint. The distillation of Buchu leaves in association with wine was used for bowel, stomach and bladder ailments. Buchu leaves contain chlorophyll, gum, volatile oil, resin, etc. Even the burned buchu leaf contains high manganese and oxycamphor is the diosphenol obtained. These leaves contain lipids, bioflavonoids, diosmin and terpineol. The decoction of these leaves also was useful in healing wounds. Buchu leaves paste is also useful to be applied on the skin as these leaves when combined with oil can be used as perfume. The buchu leaves improve appetite as well as relieves gas and nausea. It is principally used to cure irritable conditions in the urethra and inflammation in the bladder. Buchu is useful in treating rheumatism and gout.

Caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant that temporarily wards off drowsiness and boosts alertness and energy.

Dandelion Root- Commonly known by many as a garden or yard weed, the dandelion is a nutrient-rich plant which was traditionally used for breast pain, digestive and skin disorders as well as for joint pains and fever. Belonging to the family Asteraceae and genus Taraxacum, the dandelion originated from Europe and Asia and two species are well-known for being garden and yard “pests”. However, dandelion roots and leaves are exceptionally rich in vitamins K, C and A. Minerals present in dandelion include potassium, manganese and iron which the concentrations are higher than those of spinach. It also contains fair amount of carotenoids like beta catorene and lutein. The Chinese people traditionally used dandelion, prepared as tea, in liver detoxification and in kidney functioning enhancing. The subject of recent studies now is the secondary metabolite the dandelion has, caffeic acid. It has anticarcinogenic properties at low concentrations but exhibits carcinogenic attributes in excessive amounts.

Glucuronolactone is also used as a detoxicant but is actually a natural chemical produced by glucose metabolism in the human liver.

Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum) extract has been used in treating liver disease and to detoxify the body. Its antioxidant properties enable the liver to function at optimum levels and help in maintaining a good health. So anyone suffering from liver disease including hepatitis, inflamed liver, and jaundice can benefit a great deal from this herb extract that not only regenerates that vital organ but also protects it from common toxins like pesticides, alcohol, pollution, and heavy metal poisoning. Anyone using medications or recreational drugs or performance drugs can use milk thistle seed extract to get relief from the harmful effects of such medications. In addition, it works as an excellent tonic that helps in dealing with stress. Its ability to regulate bowel function makes it a good alternative for people with bowel movements that alternate frequently between constipation and diarrhea.

Riboflavin, also called Vitamin B2, is naturally manufactured by the body. Riboflavin is needed for the proper use of oxygen and amino acids, carbohydrates and fatty acids. Riboflavin is also utilized by Vitamin B6 in the body and is used to manufacture niacin. Riboflavin is especially needed when eating large amounts of protein.

Uva Ursi is a woody shrub of evergreen leaves featuring a red berry fruit. This and some related species are being referred to as bearberries. At home on the Northern Hemisphere, it has been used for medicinal purposes for a long time. The active ingredient is arbutin, a glycoside with antimicrobial and mild diuretic properties. The leaves were often used for medicinal tea, where, besides arbutin, other active ingredients exist, like tannic acid, gallic acid, ursolic acid, resin, hydroquinones, tannins, flavonoids and phenolic glycosides. The uva ursi extract is said to help, among other uses, as a mild stimulant, sedative, disinfectant, tonic and urinary antiseptic. Its use included fighting kidney stones and infections, nephritis, pancreatitis, vaginal diseases, diabetes, where it removes excess sugar from blood, and obesity.

Yerba Matte contains natural nutrients and antioxidants. It contains 11 polyphenol, which are a group of phytochemicals. Phytochemicals are effective antioxidants and are thought to show anti-cancer effects in mammal by making strong natural defenses of an organism and protecting it against cellular destruction. Yerba Matte leaves also have saponins, which are phytochemicals that help induce the immune system and assist the body in protection against ailment. They have important anti-inflammatory properties. Yerba Matte can also prevent oral cancer. Research has shown it contains 90 percent more nutrients, which boost metabolism, than green tea. Some of the vital antioxidant enzymes in the body are also stimulated by Yerba Matte.