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Posted on April 1, 2006 by Noah Liebsch | Posted under Supplements
Milk Thistle Uses
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Milk thistle extract is thought to be capable of providing a wide variety of health benefits. One of the most common uses of milk thistle extract is related to its ability to protect and regenerate the liver in many liver diseases such as Cirrhosis, Jaundice and Hepatitits. It is also believed to be useful in treating Cholangitis. Many of the benefits associated with milk thistle extract are believed to be due the fact that it encourages the liver to cleanse itself of substances which could be damaging to the body such as drugs, medications, alcohol, heavy metals and pestiticides. By encouraging a healthy liver to cleanse the blood; milk thistle extract can also provide benefits in treating psoriasis, dermatitis and exzema. Acting as a mild laxative, milk thistle extract increases bile secretion and may also provide relief for people who suffer from either continual constipation or disarrhea. Milk thistle extract is also believed to be beneficial in treating gall bladder diseases. For example, milk thistle extract has been reported as soothing inflamed gall bladders. One of the more traditional uses of milk thistle extract include its use as a stimulant for breast milk production. Milk thistle contains four active ingredients which are commonly referred to as silymarin. The most potent of these ingredients is silibinin and it is widely known to be one of the few antidotes for deathcap mushroom poisoning. Studies are still underway to determine other health benefits that may be provided by milk thistle. One study indicates that it may protect against fetal damage caused by alcohol. Very few side effects have been associated with milk thistle extract and those that were reported primarily were related to digestive or gastrointestinal issues. It should be noted that milk thistle extract may interfere with the effectiveness of oral contraceptives. About The Author: Noah has been writing articles on health and fitness for various different health magazines for past 15 years. He has identifies andvantages and disadvantages of various different health supplements and drugs. Noah will give you some helpful tips on different types of drugs at http://www.giantdrug.com/ and to make use of his experience visit giant drug |
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