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Poke Root
(Phytolacca americana)
Actions:
Alterative, emetic, antirheumatic, stimulant, anticatarrhal,
purgative, tonic.
Common Use: Poke root
has a wide range of uses and is a valuable addition to many
holistic remedies. The root has a very favorable influence
on the glandular system, inciting and increasing its action.
It regulates the liver and bowels and cleanses the blood
and is therefore highly valued in conditions due to impurities
in the blood. It is often used as a remedy for upper respiratory
infections, coughs, tonsillitis, laryngitis, swollen glands
and mumps. It is an excellent aid in cleansing the lymphatic
glands throughout the body. Poke root also has a use in rheumatism. This herb
is also included in the Hoxsey
formula. CAUTION: In large doses Poke root is a powerful
purgative and emetic (causes vomiting). Use With Care. Not
recommended if nursing or pregnant. Available
in formula only.
Formulas containing
this herb:
Hoxsey Formula
Red Root / Cleavers Plus
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