Our Detox Teas are backed by science

find here the scientific references for each ingredients

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When science meets
ancient herbal wisdom

People all over New Zealand are enjoying the benefits of the Potion Tree Detox Teas, as you can see by the fabulous reviews on our Facebook page.

Why are our teas so good? Simple: they’re designed to work in synergy with your body. No miracles – just science and a long tradition of herbalism.

Our detox teas are made from the finest quality plants to gently enhance your body’s natural detoxification systems. They help eliminate the excess waste that many of us don’t even know we’re carrying. 

Most importantly, our teas don’t contain senna or any other laxatives.

Also read : What is a Detox ? How does it work ?

Please note that modern scientific research is yet to catch up with thousands of years of traditional herbal medicine. Not every aspect of every plant has been ‘proven’ by science; but every plant used by the Potion Tree has its roots in ancient wisdom. 

On this page, you will find references to scientific research on the plants in our teas.  


Scientific references

Nettle

Contains many nutrients and antioxidants

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2210803312000978?via%3Dihub

Reduces inflammation

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9923611

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8740085

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20015358

May Treat Enlarged Prostate Symptoms

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21806658

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16985920

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16635963

Helps treat short- and long-term urination problems

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18038253

Lowers Blood Pressure

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27585814

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17170603

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21896151

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12020933

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30097121

Aids sugar control

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29749986

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23115450

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18955212

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24273930/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20013820

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24273930/

May protect your liver against damage by toxins, heavy metals and inflammation

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27047060

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22585933

May help your body shed excess salt and water, which in turn could lower blood pressure temporarily

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24273930/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11025144

Bilberry

Rich in antioxidant

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2841576/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12475297

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22435415

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK92770/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23573813

Can improve vision

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22870951

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28617532

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/321146481

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25923485

Reduces inflammation

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK92770/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17634269

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20119859

Lowers blood sugar levels

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15666575

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20089785/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19706974

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25191571

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28556578

Improves heart health

https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/vitaminK-HealthProfessional/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19441816

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18258621

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19640950

Dandelion

Highly nutritious, dandelion greens provide a substantial amount of several minerals, including iron, calcium, magnesium and potassium

https://nutritiondata.self.com/facts/vegetables-and-vegetable-products/2441/2

Supports the growth and maintenance of a healthy bacterial flora in your intestinal tract

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5739857/

Antioxidant, Dandelion contain high levels of the antioxidant beta-carotene, which is known to provide strong protection against cellular damage and oxidative stress

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21336241/

Rich in another category of antioxidants called polyphenols, which are found in the highest concentration in the flower but are present in the roots, leaves and stems as well

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5553762/

Helps Fight Inflammation

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24447978

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20673058/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25861954

May Aid Blood Sugar Control, chicoric and chlorogenic acid limited the digestion of starchy carbohydrate foods, which may also contribute to dandelion’s potential ability to reduce blood sugar

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5553762/

Some of the bioactive compounds in dandelion may lower cholesterol, which may decrease heart disease risk.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23603008/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20162002

May Lower Blood Pressure, In Western medicine, diuretic medications are used to rid the body of excess fluid, which can lead to lowered blood pressure.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19678785

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26039623

Dandelions have a protective effect on liver tissue in the presence of toxic substances and stress.

may reduce levels of excess fat stored in the liver and protect against oxidative stress in liver tissue

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22424457

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5553762/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23603008/

Dandelion and their bioactive components may support weight loss and maintenance

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4746997/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23603008/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20064576

One test-tube study revealed significantly reduced growth of cancerous cells that were treated with dandelion leaf extract

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18425335

May Support Healthy Digestion and Treat Constipation

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21453412

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25208775

Boost Your Immune System, dandelion extract significantly reduced the ability of viruses to replicate ,

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25208775

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22078030

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5553762/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25644491

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29507587

May Support Healthy Bones, Dandelion greens are a good source of calcium and vitamin K — both of which are associated with the prevention of bone loss

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12905754

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22609892

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26419466

Calendula

Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties

Journal of Natural Products: “Anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor-promoting, and cytotoxic activities of constituents of marigold (Calendula officinalis) flowers.”

Can relieve strain on immune system and prevent infection

https://www.scielo.br/j/jaos/a/JwZR75zJrmBzYMTqNb9QpHq/?lang=en

May reduce oxydative stress

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3689330/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25266574/

Antioxidant

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5937015/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6912323/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30725580/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24683352/

 

Rosehip

Rich in antioxidants that may protect against chronic conditions like heart disease, cancer, and type 2 diabetes

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5927356/

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0308814614001964

May support a healthy immune system by having  among the highest vitamin C content of all fruits and vegetables

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28587101

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3668991/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.n

https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168998/nutrientsih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3648971/

Aids weight loss

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3892499/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4358417/

May protect against type 2 diabetes

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20959531/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26498488/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4358417/

May reduce inflammation and pain

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28587101

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5055983/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22762068/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22762068/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24944354/

Fights skin aging

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5579659/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26604725/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3583891/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26604725/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26604725/

Sweet Orange

Vitamins and minerals

https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169103/nutrients

Antioxidant and immunity

https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002404.htm

May aid in obesity prevention and management

reduce inflammation and improve glycemic control while increasing fat burning

https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/jnsv/60/6/60_367/_article

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2020/03/200303140158.htm

Citrus fruit consumption can offset the damage caused by high-fat diets and prevent or delay the onset of chronic diseases.

https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/pressroom/newsreleases/2016/august/citrus-fruits-could-help-prevent-obesity-related-heart-disease-liver-disease-diabetes.html

Rosemary

High in antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory compounds

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/rosemary-tea#1.-High-in-antioxidant,-antimicrobial,-and-anti-inflammatory-compounds

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4227022/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5664485/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5905578/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6523725/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5905578/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17708648/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29110743

Antitumor properties and even slow the growth of leukemia, breast, and prostate cancer cells

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30453545

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17487414

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17827696

May help lower your blood sugar

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK430900/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5622728/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6151814/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27716981

May promote digestion

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3986085/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30364169

May boost weight loss

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19918713

https://pubs.acs.org/doi/abs/10.1021/acs.jafc.5b01246

Yerba Mate

Supports the metabolism and satiety 

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5579675/

The antioxidant power of yerba mate tea seems to be slightly higher than green tea

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15161234

Supports mental focus

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/1356551

Improves muscle contractions, reduce fatigue, and improve sports performance by up to 5%

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20492310

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23573201

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26388707

Boosts metabolism 

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3315195/

Decreases the total number of fat cells and reduce the amount of fat they hold

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22474471

Increases the amount of stored fat that’s burned for energy

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4190939/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10589441

Helps belly fat loss

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26408319

Provides natural compounds with anti-inflammatory properties

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18034743

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19807157

Helps lower blood sugar and reduce the complications of diabetes

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21238540

Reduces the formation of advanced glycation end-products (AGEs)

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15894431

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11270668

Provides some protection against heart disease

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16614483

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15869828

Reduces cholesterol levels.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19694438

Green tea

Increases fat burning and boost the metabolic rate, in human controlled trials

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16840650

Increased energy expenditure by 4%

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10584049

Fat oxidationincreased by 17%, indicating that green tea may selectively increase the burning of fat

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18326618

20-30% lower risk of developing breast cancer

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19437116

29 studies showed that those drinking green tea were up to 42% less likely to develop colorectal cancer

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28454102

One study found that men drinking green tea had a 48% lower risk of developing prostate cancer, which is the most common cancer in men

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17906295

Can reduce bad breath

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18388413

https://iopscience.iop.org/article/10.1088/1752-7155/4/3/036005/meta

May Lower Your Risk of Type 2 Diabetes by improving insulin sensitivity and reducing blood sugar levels 

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23803878

Green tea drinkers had an 18% lower risk of becoming diabetic

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20008687

Green tea drinkers have up to a 31% lower risk of cardiovascular disease

https://academic.oup.com/jn/article/138/8/1548S/4750815

https://academic.oup.com/ije/article/36/3/600/652363

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27640739

Green tea leads to decreases in body fat, especially in the abdominal area

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0031938407004003

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19680234

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1038/oby.2007.176

Lemongrass

Antioxidant

https://pubs.acs.org/doi/abs/10.1021/jf0479766

Remedy for upset stomach, stomach cramping, and other digestive problems, gastric ulcers

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3326778/

Diuretic, ridding your body of excess fluid and sodium

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/289409554_Diuretic_studies_on_lemon_grass_tea_from_Cymbopogon_citratus_DC_Stapf_in_rat

Boosting red blood cell levels

https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/jmf.2013.0184

Ginger

Increases feelings of fullness and reduces hunger

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3408800/

Effective in managing obesity

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29193411

Helps improve blood sugar control, reduce A1C, insulin, and triglycerides among people with type 2 diabetes

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24490949

Anti inflammatory

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK92775/