Benefits of AIM Herbal Release ®

The lymphatic system consists of the lymphoid organs, which are spread
throughout the body. These are the bone marrow, thymus, lymphatic vessels,
lymph nodes, and spleen, as well as the adenoids and tonsils. The
lymphatic system and lymphoid organs get their name because they are
involved with the growth, development and deployment of lymphocytes, white
blood cells that are key to the immune system.

The lymphatic system plays the central role in building immune response.
It enables the body to rid itself of bacteria and viruses, filters foreign
substances and cell debris from the blood, and produces lymphocytes. It
removes toxins that originated in the environment and toxic waste products
that our cells produce as part of their metabolism. If these toxins are
not removed, they can build up in the blood and eventually poison us.

Each herb in AIM Herbal Release® was carefully selected for its ability to work
with the lymphatic system to produce a positive cell environment. In doing
so, AIM Herbal Release® provides benefits not currently available in other
herbal formulation.


Nutritional Info:

Cascara sagrada
Affects: colon, stomach, liver, gall bladder, pancreas

Cascara sagrada was used by Native Americans. It is a mild laxative, due
to the presence of anthrquiones. These stimulate the intestinal
contractions that push stool through the colon. Cascara sagrada is used in
a number of over-the-counter laxatives because it is not considered
habit-forming.

Echinacea
Affects: blood, lymph, kidneys

Echinacea was used by Native Americans, and today it is recognized as an
aid to the immune system. Echinacea contains echinacoside, a natural
antibiotic, which is probably responsible for echinacea's antibiotic
properties. Studies in Europe have shown that echinacea increases
production of T-cells. Another substance found in echinacea, echinacein,
counteracts tissue-dissolving enzymes.

Burdock root
Affects: blood, kidneys, liver

Burdock root has a long history as a detoxifier. In Herbal
Medications, A.W. and L.R. Priest note that burdock can be used "...to
remove accumulated waste products."

Barberry root bark
Affects: liver, spleen, digestive tract, blood

Barberry has a wide range of uses. One constituent, berberine, may have
antibiotic properties. According to Michael Castleman inThe Healing
Herbs, barberry may also stimulate the immune system and may activate
macrophages. Other sources state that it helps bile flow.

Sarsaparilla
Affects: blood, skin, circulation, intestines

Sarsaparilla, according to Joseph Pizzorno and Michael Murray in A
Textbook of Natural Medicine, has been used in Europe since the
sixteenth century as a blood purifier. Sarsaparilla is also said to bind
to endotoxins and escort them out of the body. If endotoxins remain in
the body, they can contribute to a number of health-related problems.

Buckthorn bark
Affects: liver, gallbladder, intestines, blood

Like cascara sagrada, buckthorn contains anthraquinones, which are
responsible for its laxative properties. It is also said to aid bile
production.

Dandelion root
Affects: liver, kidneys, gallbladder, stomach, pancreas, intestines, blood

Dandelion has a distinguished history as a detoxifier. Pizzorno and
Murray, in A Textbook of Natural Medicine, call it a fine remedy for
a toxic liver. The Ayurvedic physician Vasant Lad and David Frawley, in
The Yoga of Herbs, say dandelion is also good for the lymph glands.

Licorice root
Affects: lungs, stomach, intestines, spleen, liver

Licorice is well known as a powerful herb. According to a report in
Microbiology and Immunology, licorice may stimulate cell production
of interferon, which inhibits viruses. Asian studies and studies published
in the Plant Medica (1984: 50) have shown it helpful for the liver.

Chickweed
Affects: blood, liver, kidneys, bladder

Chickweed boasts many folk remedies, but none have been substantiates by
science. It is said to be good for the blood and joints.

Kelp
Affects: thyroid, nerves, brain, kidneys, bladder

Kelp is a very nutritious food, containing many vitamins and minerals.
Sodium alginate, a constituent of kelp, binds to heavy metals in the
gastointestinal tract and forms an insoluble gel-like salt that is excreted
in the feces. Kelp also may help the colon and intestinal flora.

Parsley
Affects: kidneys, bladder, stomach, liver, gallbladder

From the 1850s to 1926, parsley was recognized by the United States
Pharmacopoeia as a laxative and a diuretic. Today, it is more commonly
used as a breath freshener.

Gotu Kola
Affects: circulation, brain, nerves, blood

Gotu kola has been used for centuries in Asia. It is an important part of
the Ayurvedic system of traditional healing.


Directions:

Take 1 to 2 capsules a day, or as needed. Take with meals, or with
Composure® or AIM Herbal Fiberblend®.

Pregnant or lactating women should consult a health practitioner before
using AIM Herbal Release®.


FAQ:

What is the difference between AIM Herbal Release® and AIM Herbal Fiberblend®?

AIM Herbal Fiberblend® is an excellent source of fiber, and also contains
beneficial herbs. AIM Herbal Release® contains little fiber, and its herbs have
a stronger cleansing effect. In other words, take AIM Herbal Fiberblend® for
fiber needs and some cleansing effects. Take AIM Herbal Release® for cleansing
effects only. In addition, AIM Herbal Release® has a positive effect in
improving cleansing of the lymphatic system.

Should I take AIM Herbal Release® with AIM Herbal Fiberblend®? Or should I use it
instead of AIM Herbal Fiberblend®?

You may take them together, and many people do, especially if AIM Herbal
Release® causes cramping. As noted above, AIM Herbal Release® does not contain
fiber, so it is not a substitute for AIM Herbal Fiberblend®.

What is the lymphatic system and why is it important?

The lymphatic system consists of the bone marrow, thymus, lymphatic
vessels, lymph nodes, and spleen, as well as the adenoids and tonsils.
These organs are necessary for the removal of waste from the body and the
function of the immune system.

How much fiber is in AIM Herbal Release®?

The only fiber found in AIM Herbal Release® is that which occurs naturally in
the herbs. This is very little. AIM Herbal Release® should not be considered a
fiber product.

Should I take AIM Herbal Release® daily?

The needs of each individual vary. Some people believe it is useful to
take AIM Herbal Release® daily for a short period of time (for instance, one
month). Others use it regularly as part of their overall health
maintenance program. However, AIM Herbal Release® shoul be used daily during
the period of supplementation that you choose to use it (as opposed to
taking it twice a week or just whenever you feel like using it). There is
no problem with daily use of AIM Herbal Release® from a safety point of view.

Will I become dependent on AIM Herbal Release®?

No, there is nothing addictive in AIM Herbal Release®. However, anytime you
discontinue the regular use of nutritive herbs, your body may go through a
period of adjustment. This can be minimized by gradually decreasing your
consumption of these herbs as a part of your diet over time rather than all
at once.

Can I take AIM Herbal Release® with other AIM products?

Yes, you can. Many people often take AIM Herbal Release® with AIM Herbal Fiberblend®
or AIM Composure™.

This product data sheet is reproduced with the permission of AIM International, © 1997