Milk Thistle

Scientific Name: Silybum marianum

Description

Spiny leaves with white marbling and purple heads.

Therapeutic Properties

Hepatoprotective; Antioxidant

Temperament

Neutral

How to Use

Capsules; Tincture

Dosage

Standardized silymarin extracts per label

Precautions

Ragweed-family allergy; drug interactions via CYP possible

Replacement / Alternatives

Artichoke leaf

References

VASCAN