Milk thistle commonly known as silymarin is a herb native to the Mediterranean countries. The most common benefit that it provides is related liver disorders. Many studies have shown that milk thistle helps lower cholesterol levels and helps people manage type 2 diabetes.
Benefits of Milk Thistle for the liver:
- Strengthens hepatocyte (a liver cell)
- Serious antioxidant
- Anti-fibrotic
- Anti-Inflammatory
- Reduces damage to liver cells
- Regenerates liver cells
- Protects loss of glutathione
- Supports thyroid conversion (T4-T3)
Other viable health benefits of Milk Thistle:
Supports immune health
Several studies have suggested that milk thistle has immunomodulatory effects. Researchers found silymarin stimulated the immune system. It can suppress an overactive immune system to tamp down on chronic inflammation in conditions such as asthma and allergic rhinitis.
Helps fight acne
Silymarin’s antioxidant properties might help boost the effectiveness of acne treatments. Research suggests people who took 140 milligrams of silymarin and 100 milligrams of doxycycline capsules daily for 8 weeks showed a reduction in acne lesions.
Helps Prevent Cancer
Recent studies have shown that ‘Silymarin’ is effective in checking the growth of cancer cells and also stifles the growing cancer cells in the human body. Silybin a flavonoid found in Milk thistle protects the healthy cells from getting infected. Its anti-oxidizing nature helps the body counter the oxidative damage caused by free radicals.
Aids Kidney and Gall-bladder Function
Its anti-oxidative nature stimulates cell regeneration and purifies blood besides improving the circulation of bile. Patients undergoing dialysis and those suffering from gall-bladder stones can benefit from the regular intake of milk thistle supplements.
Milk thistle is generally considered safe for most people, though it does have the potential to cause gastrointestinal issues, headaches, and itchiness.
It could trigger an allergic reaction, too, especially if you have an allergy to related plants like marigold, ragweed, daisies, or chrysanthemums.
A few specific groups should take extra care with this herbal remedy. Talk with your GP before using milk thistle.
Disclaimer: The information included at this site is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment by a healthcare professional. Because of unique individual needs, the reader should consult their physician to determine the appropriateness of the information for the reader’s situation.
BenfoComplete is a business based on the goal of living a better life. We aim tirelessly to spread the good news about the amazing effects of nutraceutical Benfotiamine.
Because Benfotiamine is a dietary supplement, the FDA only requires manufacturers and distributors to have credible evidence as to its safety. The FDA itself has not evaluated Benfotiamine for safety or effectiveness. Benfotiamine therefore cannot be represented to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For more information on this and related topics, please review our FAQs on Benfotiamine for more information. THE STATEMENTS MADE BY BENFOCOMPLETE HAVE NOT BEEN EVALUATED BY THE FDA (U.S. FOOD & DRUG ADMINISTRATION). OUR PRODUCTS ARE NOT INTENDED TO DIAGNOSE, CURE OR PREVENT ANY DISEASE. BENFOTIAMINE.NET, INC. IS NOT AFFILIATED WITH ANY OF THE STUDIES MENTIONED ON THE WEBSITE. THE TESTIMONIALS ON THIS WEBSITE ARE INDIVIDUAL CASES AND DO NOT GUARANTEE THAT YOU WILL GET THE SAME RESULTS.
