Milk thistle originates from the
Mediterranean region and was already a valued medicinal plant
in antiquity.
It found a firm place in
monastery gardens and in European folk medicine.
It is a powerful
guardian.
Spiny on the outside, protective
on the inside.
Milk thistle strengthens and
protects.
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Effects of milk thistle
Particularly effective for:
liver and gallbladder function
regeneration after strain (e.g. diet, medication)
digestive discomfort with bloating
general exhaustion and weakness
It has liver-protective, regenerative, antioxidant, and mildly digestion-stimulating effects.
Constituents
The seeds of milk thistle mainly contain:
Silymarin (a complex of flavonolignans)
flavonoids
bitter compounds
fatty acids
proteins
Silymarin is the most important active compound and is known for its protective effects on liver cells.
Milk thistle tincture – application
Traditionally:
15–25 drops
1–3 times daily in a little water
The main effect of the tincture is the concentrated support of the liver – strengthening and protective.
Above all, to eat a healthy diet, engage in sports, enjoy daily
movement outdoors in nature, and drink clean water. However, in
today’s world it is often not possible to follow all of these
essential principles of life regularly or long-term. In
addition, stress levels are widely high, and exposure to
environmental factors, chemicals, toxins, pesticides, and much
more has increased.
An essence from the wonderful natural world can not only
provide us with valuable vitamins, minerals, and feelings of
happiness: when used correctly, it offers remarkably efficient,
side-effect free support, both preventively and reactively. ✔️
