Milk Thistle Seed (Organic)
Milk Thistle is a plant native to Europe that was introduced into North America by early colonists. It can now be found throughout the eastern United States, California, South America, Africa, Australia, and Asia. The terms 'Milk Thistle' and 'Silymarin' are often used interchangeably.
Historically, Milk Thistle has been used in traditional practice to support liver and gallbladder health.
| Pack Size: 20 kg |
| Country of Origin: China |
BENEFITS
- May help protect the liver from toxins and damage
- May also have anti-inflammatory effects throughout the body
- May potentially help lower cholesterol levels and improve heart health
- May have some neuroprotective properties and could help improve cognitive function
APPLICATIONS/USES
- Dietary supplements and capsules
- Herbal teas and extracts
- Skincare products and creams
- Liver detox supplements
- Health and wellness products
NCCIH: MILK THISTLE
The National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, part of the US National Institutes of Health, summarises what is known about milk thistle. It covers the plant, how it is used, and what the research does and does not show... Read More
BRITANNICA: MILK THISTLE
Britannica's entry on milk thistle, Silybum marianum. It covers how the plant is described, where it grows, and its place in the daisy family... Read More
FLAVONOLIGNAN CONTENT IN MILK THISTLE
A 2024 paper in the journal Molecules measures flavonolignan ratios in milk thistle extracts. It is useful if you need to understand how extract composition is characterised and compared... Read More
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