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In this modern day and age, people constantly look for the alternative medications to the various diseases that they may be faced with.
Luckily though, that nature has always something to offer when it comes to alleviating health conditions. Herbal medicines are always the immediate other options when the chemical based medications do not seem to work. Among the list of these herbal medicines, the Milk Thistle is best relied on to for the potential treatment to various liver conditions as well as prevention from liver irregularities as well.
What is Milk Thistle?
Milk Thistle, scientific name silybum marianum, is a plant that may be grown in any part of the world. This flowering plant is not sensitive to weather conditions, but requires ample sunlight and rain just the same. Blooming period of the Milk Thistle is during the months of June to August, with its seeds being harvested during the end of summer. Of the parts of this plant, the seed holds the potential herbal therapeutic potential as it is abundant in silymarin content, a flavonoid.
According to studies, silymarin is a substance found in plant which may help repair damaged liver cells. The liver cells damage is often caused by toxins and too much consumption of alcohol. Silymarin counter-reacts with the destructive effect of these toxins, reducing corrosion of the liver and inflammation of the same. Silymarin is also thought to be an effective anti-oxidant, making it a potent ingredient in several health supplements.
Potential Treatment for Liver Issues
Liver is said to be one of the most important organs in your body. It is even the second largest internal organ. The same organ functions as the processor to the body’s nutrients and detoxifying organ to the blood. The same process causes the flushing out of toxins of the body.
Milk Thistle is said to help alleviate the conditions of the liver such as Hepatitis and Cirrhosis. While there is no solid scientific data for this claim, the same formula has been relied on since 2,000 years ago.
While its therapeutic effect may not have been fortified by solid scientific results yet, its effect of protecting the liver from toxicity has been proven for years. Some health care establishments in the European continent is even reported to administer the Milk Thistle tea to patients who are having liver irregularities.
Milk Thistle Tea for Wellness
The milk thistle seed is usually consumed in three ways. It can either be mixed with the usual beverages, or boiled for tea. In some cases, this ingredient is mixed in with the formula of health and wellness supplements.
Possible Side Effects
Much like any other herbal remedies, the Milk Thistle may also bring about adverse and side effects when consumed improperly. It can bring about indigestion, itching and headache when consumed beyond the prescribed dosages. In some cases, it may bring about joint pains, sexual dysfunctions and diarrhoea. Those with fluctuating blood sugar levels may decide to forego consumption of this herbal medicine as the same has been proven to affect the blood sugar levels.
