Milk Thistle
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Country Of Origin : India
The active ingredient in milk thistle is called silymarin.
| Botanical Name: | Silybum marianum (L.) Gaertn. |
| Part Used: | Seed |
| Trade / Common Name: | Milk thistle |
| Moisture: | <8% |
| Packaging: | 50 kg PP Bags |
| Type: | Dried |
| Purity: | 99% |
| Minimum order quantity: | 1 Bag / 50kg |
Silybum marianum is a species of thistle. It has various common names including milk thistle, blessed milkthistle, Marian thistle, Mary thistle, Saint Mary's thistle, Mediterranean milk thistle, variegated thistle and Scotch thistle. This species is an annual or biennial plant of the family Asteraceae.
Therapeutic Benefits of Milk Thistle:
- Protects Liver
- Promotes Brain Health
- Controls Diabetes
- Cancer Treatment
- Stronger Bones
- Enhances Lactation
- Treats Acne
- Aids Cholesterol Management
- Bolsters Skin Health
- Supports Weight Loss
- Promotes Hair Health
Side Effects
Milk thistle is considered safe when taken in prescribed amounts. However, milk thistle may trigger off several side effects such as headache, nausea, diarrhea, bloating, gas, muscle aches, joint pain, and sexual problems when taken in excess amounts.
People allergic to aster family vegetables like ragweed, kiwi, and artichokes are more prone to have allergic reactions to milk thistle. In rare cases, milk thistle can be fatal and lead to anaphylaxis.
Pregnant women are advised to avoid this supplement as there is no research on its safety.
Diabetes patients on hypoglycaemic drugs should avoid milk thistle supplements, as there is a risk of low blood sugar.
