Milk Thistle is known for its ability to heal the liver due to its biologically active flavones and flavolignans known as simalarin. Milk Thistle has the ability to protect the liver from damage, so it is great in the treatment of alcoholism and other types of poisoning. Milk Thistle is astringent, bitter, and an emmenagogue Herb.
Associated Systems
Immune System, Female Reproductive System, Digestive System, Integumentary System
Associated Actions
Immune Antimicrobial, Immune Hepatoprotective, Female Reproductive Hepatic, Digestive Anti-Inflammatory, Digestive Vulnerary, Digestive Hepatic, Integumentary Hepatic
Warnings & Interactions: 1A {Safety Chart}
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