There are many cleansing herbs. Here is some information on just a few of them.

Dandelion is known as a cholegogue, or a substance which stimulates the production of bile in the liver, and the secretion of bile from the gallbladder. Bile has a laxative effect on the gastrointestinal tract, and it helps in proper fat digestion. For this reason, cholegogues are frequently used in cases of constipation and liver congestion.

Psyllium is renowned for its bulking properties to promote bowel evacuation and maintain soft stools. It is rich in mucilage fibre. There are three forms of psyllium available: Husk, Powder and Seeds, WHOLE HUSKS: used as a bulking laxative, which must be taken with lots of water. Suggested dosage: 1 teaspoon to one tablespoon daily mixed with water.

Burdock, also has good "clean-up" properties, particularly where there are dry scaly skin conditions, such as psoriasis or eczema. Like dandelion, burdock is a bitter, stimulating the secretion of digestive enzymes, particularly bile. It is often combined with yellow dock, milk thistle, and dandelion in specific liver preparations.

A tincture of Black Walnut Hulls helps expels parasites and tapeworms, aids digestion, helps eliminate fungal infections.

Just about everyone knows that garlic (Allium sativum) packs not only a strong scent, but tremendous vitality into a single clove. Antiviral, antiseptic, bile-stimulating, hypotensive, and blood cleansing garlic finds itself in the group of herbs which R.F. Weiss calls the "gentle herbal remedies" -- herbs which have broad therapeutic action and are safe to take over a long period of time.

Some more great cleansing herbs

Cayenne pepper - blood purifier, increases fluid elimination and sweat.

Milk thistle, is an undeniable giant in the field of liver-supportive herbs. An array of research studies reveals that silymarin, a flavonoid extracted from milk thistle, has a substantial protective effect on the liver. This flavonoid protects the liver through several means: it acts as an antioxidant, protecting the liver from free-radical damage; it increases the liver's rate of tissue regeneration; and it increases the synthesis of glutathione, an anticarcinogen and an antioxidant. Studies carried out with laboratory animals have shown milk thistle to be protective against such liver-damaging substances as carbon tetrachloride and Amanita mushroom.

Flax seeds are also popular for any full-blown colon cleansing. It doesn't just act as a great agent for cleansing your colon, but it also promotes overall good health through its various benefits. When ground up and ingested, they aid digestion in ways that few other ingredients can. Like fiber, it simply allows things to slip through much easier.