ALFALFA (mendicago sativa)

BARLEY GRASS

BILBERRY (Vaccinium myrtillus)

CAT’S CLAW (Uncaria tomentosa)

CAYENNE PEPPER (Capsicum annuum)

CHAMOMILE (anthemis nobilis)

DANDELION (Taraxacum officinale)

DON QUAI (Angelica sinensis)

ECHINACEA (Echinacea purpurea,
                      Echinacea angustifolia)

GARLIC (allium sativum)

GINKGO BILOBA

GINSENG (panax ginseng)

MILK THISTLE (Silybum marianum)

SAW PALMETTO (Serenoa repens)

SPIRULINA

VALERIAN

 

 
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MILK THISTLE (Silybum marianum)


Milk Thistle is native to the Mediterranean and grows wild throughout Europe, North America and Australia. It has been used medicinally for more than 2000 years. The fruit of this plant appear to contain properties that may protect against hepatitis and cirrhosis of the liver.
 

Possible benefits and uses:

 

  • Supports the liver and kidneys

  • Effective in the treatment of nearly every liver disorder, including cirrhosis, hepatitis, necroses, and even liver damage due to drug and alcohol abuse

  • May be useful in the treatment of psoriasis

  • A powerful antioxidant that is even more potent than vitamin C and E

  • Aids in the treatment of depression


Contraindications:

 

  • Milk thistle increases bile flow and secretion which can result in loose stools

 

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