MILK THISTLE: Herb Of The Month
MILK THISTLE
Botanical Name: Silybum marianum
Region: Mediterranean, Europe, North America, South America, Australia
Plant part used: flower and seeds
Constituents: flavonoid, sylimarin, bitter, amine, tannin
Qualities: pungent, bitter, warm, dry, stimulating, decongesting, astringent, softening, dissolving
Therapeutic Functions:
Scavenges free radicals
Regenerates cells
Protects liver
Facilitates liver detoxification
Promotes bile flow
Increase bowel movement
Antioxidant activity
Antitumor
Anti-Inflammatory
Conditions used in:
Detox protocols
Cirrhosis
Drug Detoxification
Gallstones
Gallbladder diseases
Aging
Hepatitis
PMS
Kidney stones
Ulcers
Painful menstruation
Dosage and Preparation:
Tablets containing 200 mg of standardized extract: take 1-2 tablets 1-2 time per day
Tincture of 1; 1 liquid extract: 2-6 ml per day
Decoction of the Seed: Make a tea with seeds and drink 1-3 times per day
Please consult your physician before beginning a detox or using detox products. Detoxing is not recommended for persons with serious health conditions, are pregnant or using prescription medications.
