Barberry Root, Rhizome, and Berry within Herbalism

Barberry root, rhizome, and berry (Berberis vulgaris) is safely used in herbalism as a detoxifying herb and digestive tonic. Another similar species called oregon grape is used nearly to barberry, so these two herbs are used the same.

One the most gentle detoxifying herbs is barberry root, rhizome, and berry. Large servings are used for no longer than 4-6 weeks every 3-6 months during a detoxification cycle.

Herbalist use small fractional doses barberry root, rhizome, and berry with meals as a tonic to stimulate digestion of proteins, fats, and nutrient dense complete balanced meals, such as meat, dairy, eggs, and nuts. 

Barberry root, rhizome, and berry detoxifies the blood, skin, muscles, joints, organs, and specifically the liver by neutralizing the by-products-of-fatigue that are created when doing daily activities, including excessive hormones, and many other toxins. Releasing such accumulated by-products and toxins can have relaxing and minor relief of discomfort from built-up by-products and toxins. 

The gastric juices of stomach acid and bile are stimulated for digestive benefit by the constituents in barberry root, rhizome, and berry. Additionally, it helps to gently stimulate the movement of the bowels and reduce accumulation of by-products-of-fatigue and toxins in the large intestine and colon.

The alkaloid constituents, called berberines, within barberry root, rhizome, and berry are what assist the body in neutralizing and removing toxins.

The phytochemicals and alkaloid constituents within barberry root, rhizome, and berry promote the cleansing of skin cells when taken internally.

As with many herbs, some undesirable outcomes may be encountered with barberry root, rhizome, and berry such as digestive upset, sleeplessness, irritability, headache, and tension.

Do not take barberry root, rhizome, and berry and rhizome during pregnancy. Avoid any major detoxification with barberry root, rhizome, and berry during lactation, because major detoxification is to be avoided during lactation as it will reduce nutrient density for the infant. Small digestive doses of barberry root, rhizome, and berry may be taken with complete balanced meals while lactating. Consult a healthcare provider when adjusting lifestyle, exercise, diet, and supplementation.