Hmmm, well now, that IS quite an herbal concoction for sure! :)
Will it work? Probably as effectively/efficiently as most of the products on the market today. (By the way, I've pasted the ingredients to the Klenz Tea below my sign off). There are ingredients in the tea that will help to increase the squeezing action of the colon a bit (which will make it a bit more effective than I had original presumed).
However, here's the thing that concerns me (which the "herbal world" keeps as a "hush hush" lil' secret...grrrrr). For all of the bragging statements and assurances...
>>>Our products are made with the hiqhest level of inteqrity from only the finest quality herbs and other 100% natural inqredients. We believe that it's also very important to offer products that do not contain any artificial ingredients, colors, flavors,
preservatives , wasteful fillers, caffeine and other ingredients which do not agree with our company's philosophy of producing superior quality and effective combinations which will not only be enjoyed by our customers but also ones which they will be recommended to others.<<<<
...you'll note that they say absolutely nothing about the herbs being certified organic, or US grown wild-crafted (wild-crafted means they are picked from wild growing plants). That's because over 90% of ALL herbs used for "natural" products in this country, are imported by two major importers from other countries (and the majority come from Eastern Europe, Mexico, India, and China)...and over 95% of ALL major herb-using companies (yes, that includes the biggest and most trusted names in the business!) all use imported herbs. What is wrong with this? For starters, it's the law that ALL herbs being imported into this country be doused with pesticides AND/OR irridatiated or gassed before clearing the docks. Secondly, there are no organic standards in these countries AND these countries continue to use the most toxic of pesticides known to man (including DDT, which is an extreme neurological toxin...it is reported that many people with neurological dysfunction have worsened after using herbal products; most all B vitamins are "naturally" created from human sewage sludge; recently a company had to recall product because of E Coli found in their product, etc). And thirdly, the chance that these plants were harvested at the right time and processed correctly to achieve the benefits that Nature has to offer...is slim to none. :( If a company DOES use only certified organic and non-imported wild-crafted herbs that are properly harvested and processed, YOU CAN BET THEY'LL LET YOU KNOW RIGHT UP FRONT! They don't really have a choice, their prices will be double/triple for the same herbs that other competing companies sell cheaper.
This is a colon cleanse,
parasite cleanse AND a partial
kidney cleanse all rolled into one product. Personally, I don't do "multiple cleanses" all at the same time. There's nothing really wrong or harmful about it, it's just I have a strong need/desire to know 'what is doing what'. In this case, if you see various successes during the cleanse, you may want to continue with a certain aspect, or double-up on another, or eliminate something entirely. But when taking a product this diverse, there's simply no way to know which herb affected which symptom or situation.
If you feel like you want to use it anyway (because you've already spent the money), you'll get no judgement from me. Besides, it'll be gone in a month or so, and with the symptoms and issues you have, it's highly unlikely a month of colon cleansing isn't going to be enough to completely resolve your symptoms (unless you 'hit it hard' with many days of juice fasting, enemas/colonics, exercise, and a major diet overhaul). So more than likely you'll get through this, and still need to do more. At which point you'll have to decide if you want to use this product again, or something else.
There's no doubt in my mind that Schulzes products will be more efficient and healthy for your body (as they ARE certified organic or wild-crafted herbs)...but hey, the choice is yours; it's your body and your money! :)
Something else you might want to note: Schulze sells the IF#1 in capsules, and the IF#2 in powder (that must be mixed with juice or water). But Southern Botanicals sells almost his exact formula (same quality) and they put the IF#2 in capsules! (so there's nothing nasty to drink...which really helps most of us stick to the program, not to mention making it easier at work). You REALLY need to keep the fiber in your system at all times during a colon cleanse, so not using it during the day is a serious "slower upper"). Also, you can get these products from Chris (a Curezoner who has a co-op, and is kind enough to extend her discount to all other Curezoners) for a whopping 25% discount. Here's Chris's info:
//www.curezone.org/forums/m.asp?f=321&i=6235
See now, just when you thought you were overwhelmed, I went and added a BUNCH of "overwhelmedness"...and I haven't even started! lol
When reading, this site is the absolute best for information and learning; it's called The Doctor Within, and not only does it explain (in very easy to read and understand writing) how to avoid the pitfalls of toxic modern medicine and how to attain radiant health, it also explains about all the quackery and scamming that takes place in the "natural world"...and how to avoid that. AND after reading whatever chapter you choose, you will KNOW what your body does, why it does it, and what you should do to make it right again. I HIGHLY recommend reading the chapter entitled "Journey to the Center of your Colon"...you'll be amazed!
http://www.thedoctorwithin.com/
Welcome to The Doctor Within
And that's all for now!
Unyquity
COMPONENT #3: Klenz Tea: Cleansing herbal tea. 30 tea bags. Total weight 2
oz. (60 grams)
Specifically formulated to help in clearing the internal organs. Naturally promotes proper digestion & timely elimination since more people suffer from constipation, called "the plague of our time," than virtually any other chronic condition. Our bodies operate at an optimal capacity when we eliminate the waste matter regularly and don't allow for colon build-up to accumulate.
Natural laxatives & diuretics are helpful for regulating bowel movement and urination. The goal here is to assist the body in flushing out the toxins, unnecessary build-up and body wastes naturally, the way nature intended it, without the drugs or chemicals. This tea has no caffeine and allows the body to naturally deal with cleaning itself out by "gently yet effectively helping to guide it toward that goal."
INGREDIENTS: (For your convenience, due to the length of the list, the Ingredients are in listed in alphabetical order).
Buckthorn Bark (aids in thorough cleansing)
Chamomile Flower (a digestive aid, considered by herbalists to be a good carminative, tonic, antispasmodic, as well as adding a pleasant flavor to the tea)
Cat's Claw Bark (called a "super-herb" by many naturopathic doctors it helps in cleansing the entire intestinal tract and in boosting the immune system of the body allowing it to fight better against invaders)
Cinnamon Bark (helps to calm down the stomach, has anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties, prevents cramping)
Fennel Seeds (important for helping the bowels and the colon; considered an antispasmodic agent by herbologists)
Ginger Root (renowned for its benefits in helping to soothe the stomach and aid in digestion)
Milk Thistle Seeds (famous for its cleansing properties)
Natural Lemon Flavor (for good flavor)
Passion Fruit (soothing to the body and adds a good flavor)
Peppermint Leaf (good for soothing the digestive process and important for flavoring)
Rose Hip Fruit (helps with diarrhea and infections; has good flavor)
Senna Leaf (famous for its natural laxative qualities)
Uva Ursi leaf (helps to strengthen & tone the urinary track; aids kidneys in removing excess water from the system)