Eleuthero is one of the many ingredients in most detox products.  Better known as Siberian Ginseng, eleuthero has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. This herb is not to be confused with American Ginseng because it is a totally different plant and it can not be legally sold in the United States under the name ginseng.  It is found in East Asia, China, Japan and Russia and can grow in just about any type of soil.

Eleuthero has been used in traditional herbal medicine for centuries and offers a wide variety of health benefits.  It reduces fatigue and increases endurance.  It can help improve memory and act as an anti depressant. The reason it is included in recipes for detox products is the ability to enhance the body’s immune system and act as an anti-inflammatory agent.

When we ingest toxins like THC from marijuana smoke our immune system has to work overtime to try to expel these toxins.  The more we can do to enhance our immune system then the quicker we can expel harmful toxins and the sooner we can pass a drug test.  Among the other benefits of adding Siberian ginseng to your daily regimen is that it can help with the flu, common colds, diabetes, bronchitis, insomnia, high blood pressure, kidney disease, arthritis and Alzheimer’s disease.  It is also used to treat the harmful side effects of chemotherapy.

Some side effects include headaches, nervousness, and hypoglycemia. Also it is advisable for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding to avoid the ingestion of Eleuthero as it can have harmful effects on the fetus.  As with any dietary supplement it is advisable to check with a medical professional before using to determine if the supplement is safe for you to use.