Artemis Kidney Cleanse Tea | 30g

Artemis Kidney Cleanse Tea

What is Artemis Kidney Cleanse Tea?

Kidney Cleanse Tea is a traditional herbal medicine that supports healthy kidney function. The kidneys main function is to filter the blood to regulate the water, salt and nutrient content of our blood. The kidneys also ensure that waste products and irritants in the blood are flushed out of our system. Kidney Cleanse Tea helps the kidneys to do their important job.

Why use Artemis Kidney Cleanse Tea?

The kidneys play a complex and important role in filtering the blood as part of the body’s natural detoxification process. This process regulates the water, salt and nutrient content of our blood and removes waste product, toxins and irritants from the blood, which pass out of the body in the urine. Kidney Cleanse Tea is a traditional herbal medicine that provides natural support for the kidneys by helping to maintain healthy kidney function.

What are the Key Benefits of Artemis Kidney Cleanse Tea?

• Traditional medicinal plant formula 
• Provides natural support for healthy kidney function
• Supports the body’s own detoxification process 
• All ingredients are certified organic, GE free and vegan
• Does not contain sugar or artificial sweeteners
• Does not contain added colours, flavours, preservatives, gluten, wheat or dairy

What is a diuretic?

A diuretic is a substance that promotes the removal of water and salts from the body and increases urine production.

What are the ingredients of Kidney Cleanse Tea?

Key Ingredients:

Birch Leaf (Betula pendula)

Silver birch is a tree native to Europe and Asia and Birch Leaf has long been used in traditionalmedicine of Eastern Europe for its diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties, particularly for cystitis. Recent studies have shown that extract of Birch Leaf inhibits the activity of the enzyme xanthine oxidase, which is responsible for causing a build-up of uric acid crystal in the blood and can lead to gout and kidney stones. Endopeptidase is an enzyme found in extract of Birch Leaf that breaks down proteins and also influences blood pressure and kidney function and is thought to contribute to the diuretic properties of Birch Leaf^{1, 2.} Birch Leaf also contain high levels of phenolic compounds which are thought to contribute to its antioxidant properties and is also rich in minerals and other nutrients^{3, 4.}

Golden Rod (Solidago virgaurea)

Golden Rod is a flowering plant belonging to the Asteraceae family and grows in many open spaces around the world such as in meadows, prairies and savannah grasslands. Golden Rod has been used in traditional herbal medicine for treating problems with the bladder, urinary tract and kidneys due to its diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties and is particularly helpful for cystitis. Golden Rod extract contains many bioactive compounds including phenolic glycosides like leiocarposide, flavonoids and terpenoids, which are thought to contribute to its diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties. Animal studies have demonstrated that extract of Golden Rod has diuretic activity and also decreases excretion of potassium and sodium from the urine^{5, 6,7.}

Horsetail (Equisetum arvense)

Horsetail is a prehistoric plant that is a descendent from the Palaeozoic era 400 million years ago. It is found throughout Europe, Asia and North America and into the Arctic Circle. Since ancient times, horsetail has been used in traditional medicine to stop bleeding, heal wounds and treat kidney and bladder problems. Extract of horsetail is rich in bioactive chemicals including alkaloids, triterpenoids, flavonoids, phenolics and tanins and has a high mineral content. Many biological properties have been found in Horsetail extract including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory antibacterial and diuretic properties^{8, 9, 10.} A clinical study demonstrated that extract of Horsetail had a significant diuretic effect on healthy volunteers and was comparable to the diuretic medicine hydrochlorothiazide^11.

Nettle (Urtica dioica)

Nettle, also known as the stinging nettle, is a perennial flowering plant belonging to the Urticaceae family. It has been used in traditional medicine to treat many ailments including rheumatism, gout and kidney stones and is considered an important cleansing herb. The leaves are rich in vitamins, minerals and other nutrients; also many bioactive compounds and they have healing and antioxidant properties^{12, 13.} Animal studies have demonstrated that extract of Nettle has diuretic properties and also increases the excretion of sodium by the kidneys^14.

Raspberry leaf (Rubus idaeus)

The Raspberry plant is a perennial plant with edible fruit that is native to Europe and Norther Asia. The leaf of the Raspberry plant has been used in traditional medicine mainly to support a healthy pregnancy. Extract of Raspberry leaf is rich in bioactive compounds including flavonoids, tannins and other nutrients. In contemporary herbal medicine Raspberry leaf is also used for its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties^{15, 16.}

What are the Contraindications/Interactions of Kidney Cleanse Tea?

Use with caution:

• If you are pregnant as several of the ingredients may be toxic if over used
• If you are taking quinidine medicines for irregular heartbeat as raspberry leaf can increase its blood concentration 

There are no documented herb-drug interactions within the recommended dosage. However, you should always check the ingredients for known allergies and to ensure you do not have any allergies or sensitivities to these ingredients. Stop using if you develop any irritation or allergy while taking Kidney Cleanse Tea. Always read the label and use as directed or seek advice from your healthcare professional.

What are the Directions for using Kidney Cleanse Tea?

Shake the can before opening as the contents may settle. Add one level teaspoon of Kidney Cleanse Tea (equivalent to 1g) per cup (150ml) and infuse with boiling water for 5-10 minutes.

Dosage for acute (short-term) use:

Use three times daily for one to two weeks.

Adults: 

1 cup 

Children:

4-10 years: 50-100mls
1-4 years: 20-40ml 

Babies:

6-12 months: 10ml
0-6 months: 5ml

For long-term use for prevention and upkeep:

Adults

Use once daily: 1 cup

Children:

4-10 years: 50-100mls
1-4 years: 20-40ml

Babies:

0-3 months: 5ml
6-12 months: 10ml

Note:

For babies, administer via a sterilised dropper.

For best results:

Take the recommended dose between meals and take the last cup by 6pm to ensure an uninterrupted night. Combine with Liver Detox Tea for full support of the natural detoxification process.

Special Instructions

Do not microwave your Kidney Cleanse Tea after infusing. Close the can immediately after use to avoid external contamination and keep away from heat and moisture. Store in the fridge in hot and humid climates.

Product Size:

30g

References

The following references provide scientific support for the use of this product:

1. Havlik J, Gonzalez de la Huebra R, Hejtmankova K, Fernandez J, Simonova J, Melich M, Rada V. Xanthine oxidase inhibitory properties of Czech medicinal plants. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, vol. 132, no. 2, pp. 461–465, 2010.
2. Gründemann C, Gruber CW, Hertrampf A, Zehl M, Kopp B, Huber R. An aqueous birch leaf extract of Betula pendula inhibits the growth and cell division of inflammatory Lymphocytes. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, vol. 136, no. 3, pp. 444-451, 2011.
3. Bljaji K, Šoštari N, Petlevski R, Vuji L, Brajkov iA et al. Effect of Betula pendula Leaf Extract on 𝛼-Glucosidase and Glutathione Level in Glucose-Induced Oxidative Stress. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine 2016, Article ID 8429398, 8 pages. 
4. Raudonė L, Raudonis R, Janulis V, Viškelis P. Quality evaluation of different preparations of dry extracts of birch (Betula pendula Roth) leaves. Nat Prod Res. 2014;28(19):1645-8.
5. Chodera, A., Dabrowska, K., Sloderbach, A., Skrzypczak, L., and Budzianowski, J. [Effect of flavonoid fractions of Solidago virgaurea L on diuresis and levels of electrolytes]. Acta Pol.Pharm 1991;48(5-6):35-37.
6. Leuschner J. Anti-inflammatory, spasmolytic and diuretic effects of a commercially available Solidago gigantea Herb extract. Arzneimittelforschung. 1995 Feb;45(2):165-8.
7. Motaal AA, Ezzat SM, Tadros MG, ElAskary HI. In vivo anti-inflammatory activity of caffeoylquinic acid derivatives from Solidago virgaurea in rats. Pharmaceutical Biology, 2016 vol. 54, NO. 12, 2864–2870
8. Badole S, Kotwal S. Evaluation of proximate, free radical scavenging activity, and phytochemical analysis of Equisetum Arvense L. extracts. Indian Journal of Natural Products and Resources Vol. 8(2), June 2017, pp. 146-150 
9. Asgarpanah J, Roohi E. Phytochemistry and pharmacological properties of Equisetum arvense L. J Med Plants Res, 2012, 6, 3689-3693. 
10. Al-Snafi A E. The pharmacology of Equisetum arvense- A review. IOSR Journal Of Pharmacy Volume 7, Issue 2 Version. 1 (Feb 2017), PP. 31-42
11. Carneiro DM, Freire RC, Honório TC, Zoghaib I, Cardoso FFS, Tresvenzol LMF, Paula JR, Sousa ALL, Jardim PCBV and Cunha LC. Randomized, double-blind clinical trial to assess the acute diuretic effect of Equisetum arvense (field horsetail) in healthy volunteers. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine 2014;2014:760683
12. Upton R Stinging nettles leaf (Urtica dioica L): Extraordinary vegetable medicine. Journal of Herbal Medicine 2013; 3, 1, 9-38
13. Joshi BC, Mukhija M, Kalia AN. Pharmacognostical review of Urtica dioica L. International Journal of Green Pharmacy. October 2014.
14. Tahri A, Yamani S, Legssyer A, Aziz M, Mekhfi H, Bnouham M, Ziyyat A. Acute diuretic, natriuretic and hypotensive effects of a continuous perfusion of aqueous extract of Urtica dioica in the rat. J Ethnopharmacol 2000 Nov;73(1-2):95-100.
15. Patel AV, Rojas-Vera, J, Dacke CG. Therapeutic constituents and actions of Rubus species. Curr Med Chem. 2004 Jun;11(11):1501-12.
16. Gudej J, Tomczy M. Determination of Flavonoids, Tannins and Ellagic acid in leaves from Rubus L. species. Archives of Pharmacal Research 2004; 27, 11, 1114–1119