Milk Thistle Liquid Extract

Detoxifying herb
2oz Bottle, Code 3388

Standard Retail $27.95
$24.95

From Life Extension Magazine:

The reputation involving milk thistle (Silybum marianum) as an herbal medicinal dates back over 2000 years, with Dioscordes using the extract to treat mushroom poisoning and snake bite (first century A.D.). The modern use of milk thistle, according to Ogletree et al. (1997), began in 1949 when animal studies confirmed that it could protect the liver from the toxic effects of carbon tetrachloride. In 1968, an active ingredient was isolated and named silymarin. Milk thistle has been the subject of over 100 clinical trials, primarily for liver disease. More recently, milk thistle has emerged as a staple in emergency procedures throughout Europe to treat amanita mushroom poisoning and as a protectant against toxins found in acetaminophen.
Ogletree et al. (1997) state that the hepatoprotective effects of milk thistle are accomplished via three main pathways: (1) antioxidant activity, (2) protection of the hepatocellular membrane, and (3) stimulation of hepatocytes.
A human study evaluated the effectiveness of milk thistle on occupational exposure to liver toxins, primarily solvents, paints, and glues. The study was placebo controlled, with 35 participants receiving 420 mg per day of milk thistle, while 20 subjects received a placebo. At the end of the treatment period (15 to 20 days), there was a meaningful decrease in liver enzymes (aspartate aminotransferase, alanine aminotransferase, gamma-glutamyl transpeptidase, alkaline phosphatase), and bilirubin in the milk thistle group. There were no improvements observed in liver function in the placebo group (Boari et al. 1981). Complexing silymarin with phosphatidylcholine (PC) enhances the bioavailability of the herb, while PC itself is highly regarded as a hepatoprotective agent.

Description
Milk Thistle is an antioxidant, alterative, and hepatic.

From Herbal Descriptions by Truman Berst: #3388 MILK THISTLE SEED (Silybum marianum) The seed is valued for its healing flavinolignins, of which silymarin is the most potent. Silymarin goes directly to the liver cell's center to start new protein formation, which causes cell reproduction, regeneration, and repair. It acts as an antioxidant (many times more powerful than Vitamin E) and also prevents the formation of toxic products called leucotrienes and prostaglandins. This herb is so powerful as a liver cell protector that patients in Europe treated quickly for Amanita Phalloides mushroom poisoning survived with only minor liver damage; Milk Thistle fights off both bacterial and viral infections. It is a specific for liver problems including jaundice, cirrhosis, hepatitis, and damage from drug and alcohol abuse. This herb also works to prevent plaque buildup and prevent hardening of the arteries. It is rich in bioflavonoids and helps to increase membrane strength and reduce membrane permeability. It helps with protein synthesis, and to speed up the process of liver regeneration. May be used for varicose veins.

Ingredients
Milk Thistle Seed, R/O Water, 12% Alcohol.

Methodology
Use 6-12 drops in juice, water, under the tongue or as desired. May be taken 3 times daily. Shake well. Store in cool dark place. Keep out of reach of children.

Traditional Historical Uses
Known mostly for its ability to heal, protect, and regenerate liver cells from damage due to jaundice, cirrhosis, hepatitis, drug toxicity, and alcohol. Also protects the kidneys.

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