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Milk Thistle

Milk Thistle (Silybum Marianum).

Milk thistle originates from Southern Europe, North Africa, and Asia, but it is now also found in Central Europe, including the Netherlands. It has been used as a medicinal herb for centuries.

The plant Milk Thistle is named after the white veins on its leaves, which, according to legend, were caused by the mother's milk of Mary while nursing baby Jesus. Milk thistle belongs to the Asteraceae (composites) family. The plant grows between 50 and 150 cm tall, has green thorny leaves with prominent white veins, and blooms in July and August with purple tubular flowers.

The active component in Milk Thistle is Silymarin, an extract from the dried seeds of Milk Thistle. The extract consists of various flavolignans, collectively called Silymarin.

Silymarin is an antioxidant, has anti-inflammatory properties and strengthens and stabilizes cell membranes. Its most well-known effect is its protective effect on liver cells. Therefore, Silymarin is frequently used in the treatment of liver diseases and inflammations and in support of a healthy liver function.

Less known is the effect of Milk Thistle on menopausal symptoms and in breastfeeding women. It also has a cholesterol-lowering effect from diet and supports the metabolism of various harmful substances in the metabolic process. Additionally, Milk Thistle has antiviral properties and is used in cases of poisoning by amatoxins from the Amanita mushroom.

* The Silymarin extract from Milk Thistle is included in our liver supplement, Liver Love.