Holy Thistle



silybum marianum L.
carduus marianus
Compositae

CAUTIONS
In excessive doses, holy thistle may cause vomiting.
It is subject to legal restrictions in some countries.

USE
Young leaves eaten as a vegetable.

A tonic and anti-depressant.
Has a tonic effect on the heart, brain, and kidneys.
It is said to restore a memory impaired by old age or sickness.
Used for all liver disorders such as
jaundice, liver disorders, and hepatitis.
Stimulates the production of new liver cells and prevents
formation of damaging leukotrienes.
Protects the kidneys and is beneficial in cases of psoriasis.
Good for gallstone colic.

Use the leaves for common stomach problems like
lack of appetite, and dyspepsia.

Clinical trials have found it especially useful
in the treatment of Amanita mushroom poisoning;
it is credited with saving a number of lives in Europe.

Research suggests seed extracts may have
therapeutic possibilities in liver cirrhosis.

FORMULAS AND DOSAGES
Infusion: 1 1/2 oz. leaves and chopped stalk,
add to 1/2 pint water.
Take a wineglassful every day.

Infusion: steep 1 tsp. powdered seeds with water,
take 4-5 times per day.

Tincture: take 15 to 25 drops, 4 or 5 times per day

Capsules: take 1 capsule 3 times daily.

Commercial preparations of the seed extracts
are manufactured in Europe.


Milk Thistle 80% Silymarin Standardized Extract 60 / 150 mg vegicaps: C
Milk Thistle Seed Alcohol Free Extract 1 fl oz: C
Milk Thistle Seed Extract (Silybum marianum) 1 fl oz: K
Silymarin (Milk Thistle Extract) 70 mg 50 capsules: K



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