About Miilk thistle

The liver carries out many functions, including detoxification and blood purification, it provides your body with energy, aids with digestion, helps clot the blood, regulates the balance of hormones, blood sugar, etc. Since the average person is exposed daily to various forms of toxins present in our food, air, water, household products, etc., the importance of this vital organ is not to be overlooked. In fact, good health is impossible without the proper functioning of the liver. Furthermore, unbalanced diet, high in saturated fats and sugar, can increase inflammation and be extra damaging for the liver. Unfortunately, we tend to ignore the health of this resilient organ until something goes wrong. However, the liver has an amazing ability to regenerate itself, if given the chance. Providing the right nutrients and botanicals to your body, can help fight oxidative stress and inflammation, balance blood sugar levels, and give your liver the support it may need.
Used for over 2,000 years, Milk thistle, also known as Silybum marianum, has high amount of silymarin, believed to have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hepatoprotective properties. It increases bile production, supports liver detoxification and toxin filtration. Matricaria chamomilla is a well-documented medicinal herb commonly used to treat diverse ailments. Its hepatoprotective activities are thought to be due to the antioxidant, antiproliferative and anti-inflammatory properties of its flavonoids. Burdock root acts gently to improve liver function and elimination processes, and Turmeric (Curcuma longa), a widely used spice, is of great interest in biomedical research as a safe and effective natural product for oxidative associated liver diseases. Curcumin, the active ingredient of turmeric possesses strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects and provides protective effects against toxicants, mostly natural and chemical toxins. Along with Vitamin C, Alpha lipoic acid is powerful antioxidant that fights inflammation and slows down cellular damage. Research shows that it is helpful as well in improving insulin sensitivity and lowering blood sugar levels. Chromium as well provides support for healthy glucose metabolism and helps to maintain the body's ability to metabolize nutrients and Choline, a vitamin-like essential nutrient, is vital to controlling fat and cholesterol buildup in the body. Moreover, new evidence suggests that low Choline and Vitamin D levels may be associated with fatty liver, a common health problem that results from a buildup of extra fat in the liver.