Milk Thistle & Liver Cleanse

Scientific studies suggest that milk thistle can provide health benefits, including cleaning your liver. The ingredient contained in milk thistle, silymarin, is a flavonoid that may have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Types

Milk thistles are one of many types of flowery plants characterized by sharp prickly leaves, but it's the flower's seed that holds the secret to a powerful health benefit.

Benefits

Milk thistle cleanses the liver by reducing the action of liver enzymes responsible for inflammation. It also neutralizes liver cell damage caused by toxins and strengthens the liver cells' outer membranes to prevent future damage.

History

Milk thistle has been used for 2,000 years to treat various ailments. Modern studies on the efficacy of the plant's medicinal use began in the 1970s.

Geography

Milk thistle is native to the Mediterranean regions of Europe, North Africa and the Middle East. However, you can find it at your local drug or health food store in several forms, including capsules and liquid.

Warning

Natural doesn't always mean healthy. Herbs can have unhealthy side effects and interactions with other medications. Consult your physician before use.

References

• University of Maryland Medical Center
• eHerbal
• Puristat