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Mar 3 10 7:12 AM
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Milk Thistle-Benefits of Milk ThistleMilk thistle is mostly used in the field of medicine for its anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory and detoxifying properties. The main active ingredient in milk thistle is silymarin which has tremendous therapeutic properties. A few medicinal milk thistle benefits are as follows.
Liver DiseasesFlavonolignands are the compounds present in milk thistle extracts, that reduce the damage done to the cells, due to consumption of toxic substances like alcohol, and certain drugs. It stimulates the protein synthesis and thereby regenerates the liver cells. It detoxifies the liver by getting rid of free radicals. Moreover, milk thistle liver detoxification is a natural method of removing toxic substances from the liver. Milk thistle is also considered effective in treating liver diseases such as viral hepatitis, liver cirrhosis, fatty liver disease and other liver dysfunctions.
CancerMilk thistle is known to possess some anti-cancer properties which inhibit the growth of cancer cells. Research has shown that milk thistle prevents prostate cancer, breast cancer and cervical cancer in human beings. However, more research is required to affirm the anti-cancer properties of milk thistle.
Cholesterol ControlMilk thistle not only reduces the LDL cholesterol in the body but also increases the amount of HDL or 'good cholesterol', which is an added advantage. Milk thistle works better than any cholesterol lowering drug available in the market.
Bowel MovementsPeople suffering from diarrhea and constipation alike, benefit a great deal from milk thistle. Milk thistle stimulates the bowel movement and helps to cure the bowel related disorders.
Black Radish- The liver tonic, Black Radish, increases bile production, which acts to detoxify the liver, relieve acid reflux and remove gravel from the gallbaldderBeet Root powder- It- Cleanses liver and kidneysDandelion Root- Taraxacum Officinale has many similar properties to Milk Thistle Silybum Marianum. It is a wonderful herb that strengthens the liver, cleanses the blood, and stimulates the secretion of bile; thus aiding digestion and acting as a mild laxative and stool softener. Dandelion has even been known to help dissolve and eliminate gallbladder and kidney stones.Artichoke- improves liver and gall bladder function, and lowers serum cholesterol.Curcumin- Its strong anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory characteristics are its most obvious medicinal properties.
Alpha-Lipoic Acid- The first human clinical studies using alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) in the United States were conducted by Fredrick C. Bartter, Burton M. Berkson, and associates from the National Institutes of Health in the 1970’s.[9][10][11] They administered intravenous ALA to 79 people with acute and severe liver damage at various medical centers across the United States and 75 recovered full liver function.----------------------------------------------------------------------------You can also seem a bit extra nuts when you are sick honey..........
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