Cleansing for Kids Gentle, Herbal Support for Growing Bodies
CLEANSING FOR KIDS
Gentle, Herbal Support for Growing Bodies
by Jhoane Robinson, Herbalist, Health Educator, Cedar Bear’s Co-founder
There’s a lot of information out there about “cleansing” for adults—but what about our kids? Don’t their growing, active bodies need support, too?
Children interact closely with their environment every day—playing in the dirt, sharing toys, snuggling pets, exploring the world around them, and picking up sniffles and other things that affect their health. Supporting their bodies’ natural cleansing pathways can help keep their systems clear, balanced, and functioning at their best.
Let’s explore four Cedar Bear® herbal formulas designed to gently support children’s natural cleansing and balancing processes.
Lymphatic Cleanse – Supporting Lymph Flow & Immune Readiness
Colds, seasonal changes, and environmental exposures can slow down the lymphatic system—an important part of the body’s natural immune and cleansing processes.
Cedar Bear’s Lymphatic Cleanse for Kids was designed to support children’s lymphatic systems when extra immune help is needed. As one of Cedar Bear’s original children’s formulas created by founder L. Carl Robinson RH(AHG) over 30 years ago, it includes Red Root Bark for lymphatic clearing, Echinacea to boost immune activity, and Elderberry for antioxidant support.
Additional herbs like Blue Vervain, Yarrow, Plantain, Thyme, and Graviola support healthy lymphatic fluid flow and overall immune balance.
Think of this formula as helping things “move along” when the system feels sluggish—especially during winter colds or summer allergy season.
Intestinal Cleanse – Keeping the Gut Clear & Balanced
Kids pick up more than just memories when they play outside—they can also pick up unwanted “hitchhikers” from soil, water, food, and even pets.
Intestinal Cleanse for Kids by Cedar Bear® is formulated to support the body’s natural functions in a gentle and effective manner. The blend includes traditional herbs like Black Walnut Hull, Wormwood, and Clove Bud, which have been used for ages to help eliminate undesirable organisms and promote a clean, balanced intestinal environment.
Herbs that support digestion, like Gentian Root and Orange Peel, help keep things moving smoothly, while Lavender Flower promotes overall digestive comfort. European Pennyroyal and Tansy have a long history of traditional use to help maintain intestinal clarity and discourage unwanted organisms in the digestive tract.
Together, these herbs supply aromatic compounds, bitter principles, and phytonutrients that promote digestive balance and support the body’s natural internal cleansing processes.
This is an important formula to use several times each year—especially for active kids—to help clear out those unintended “extras” and support a healthy gut environment.
(Note: While pennyroyal essential oil should never be used internally, the whole herb has a long history of traditional internal use and is included here in a very small, supportive amount.)
Gut Flora Builder – Restoring Balance from the Inside Out
Because children’s microbiomes are still developing, their gut balance can be more easily disturbed—especially after antibiotics or dietary changes.
Gut Flora Builder by Cedar Bear® was designed to gently promote a healthy microbial balance and strengthen immune function.
This blend features Pau d’Arco Bark and Usnea Lichen, traditionally used to support microbial balance, along with Thyme Leaf for digestive comfort. Reishi Mushroom provides beneficial polysaccharides to boost immune function, while Echinacea Angustifolia Root enhances immune communication and defenses.
Together, these herbs supply antioxidants, polysaccharides, and trace minerals that nourish the digestive system and help rebuild a strong, balanced gut environment.
This formula is especially helpful after antibiotics, supporting the restoration of healthy gut flora when used with probiotic foods and supplements.
Herbal Detox – Deep, Gentle Whole-Body Cleansing
Kids today are exposed to small amounts of environmental stressors every day—in the air, water, soil, and food.
Herbal Detox by Cedar Bear® is crafted to gently support the body’s deeper cleansing pathways, aid in the removal of built-up toxins, and assist the organs that naturally process and eliminate them.
This blend features Sarsaparilla Root and Burdock Root for traditional blood and tissue cleansing, along with Milk Thistle Seed for liver support. Additional herbs like Elderberry, Chicory Root, Lemon Peel, Goldenrod, and Yarrow offer antioxidant and nutritional benefits.
Herbs like Black Walnut Hull, Yellow Dock, Sage, Usnea, Chaparral, and Goldenseal support a clean, balanced internal environment.
Together, these herbs provide a wide range of phytonutrients, antioxidants, and trace minerals that support the body’s natural detoxification processes at multiple levels.
Why These Formulas Work So Well
These formulas don’t just “cleanse”—they also nourish. They deliver bioavailable botanical micronutrients and trace minerals that support the body’s natural functions and overall health.
About the TincTract® Process
What makes these herbal blends unique is Cedar Bear’s proprietary alcohol-free TincTract® process. More than just a tincture or extract, this method ensures that beneficial plant compounds are highly bioavailable and easy for the body to absorb—so each drop starts working right away.
Unlike isolated nutrients, herbs provide complex phytonutrients, minerals, and plant compounds that work together to support the body—even at the cellular level.
The TincTract® process also enhances an herb’s natural flavor, making these formulas easy for kids to take—whether in water, juice, smoothies, or straight from the bottle.
And with only herbs, vegetable glycerin, and purified water—no added sugars, flavors, or fillers—you can feel confident in providing your child with genuine, natural herbal support.
A Gentle Approach to Keeping Kids Clear & Balanced
Cleansing for kids doesn’t have to be harsh or extreme. With the right herbal support, it can be gentle, nourishing, and effective – helping their bodies stay clear, balanced, and ready to thrive.
[These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.]
