Milk Thistle is known by its botanical name of silybum marianum, as well as by its principal active ingredient silymarin and is a member of the sunflower family. This herb is one of the most extensively documented herbs used for the treatment of liver related disorders including hepatitis, cirrhosis, neuroses, gallbladder diseases as well as prolonged exposure to alcohol, drugs or chemical pollution abuse. Among the most important benefits of milk thistle is its ability to strengthen and fortify the liver, enhance overall liver function and help protect the liver against toxins.
Milk Thistle is a powerful antioxidant, which has been tested to be even more potent than vitamin C and E. Its antioxidant properties help protect the body from highly reactive free-radical molecules. Furthermore Milk Thistle promotes the regeneration of healthy new liver cells to replace old and damaged liver cells. In addition this herb also reduce inflammation of the liver and may help slow the skin cell proliferation associated with psoriasis. It is also noted for increasing the production of bile in the body, which is essential for the breakdown of fat
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