Milk Thistle- Herbal

MilkThistle
What is used for?
*Liver- protected against toxins, to aid liver function
-helps to keep out poisons (liver cells), to cleanse the liver
-to promote recovery after a liver transplant
-Hepatitis C
*Antidote- for poisonous mushrooms
Information:
*Native to the Mediterranean area- grows in Europe, Australia,
North and South America
*German Federal Institute for Drugs and Medical Devices- approved
this herb for a condition called toxic liver, supportive treatment for
chronic inflammatory liver disease, liver cirrhosis
Signs and Symptoms
*Mild laxative effect
*May stimulate uterus and trigger menstruation
*Allergic reaction
Recommend:
*Not harmful- 200 mg. capsules, concentrated extract
*AVOID- if pregnant, breast feeding, if planning a pregnancy
What can I do?
*See your Physician
*See FFF RD on line for help
*Sold as- Beyond Milk Thistle, Milk Thistle Power, Milk Thistle Phytosol,
Milk Thistle Extract, NU VEG Milk, Thistle Power, Silymarin