Common Names (AKA): Lady’s Thistle, Marian Thistle, Mary’s Thistle, Spotted Thistle
Main Health Benefits:
Liver Health: Supports liver function and helps detoxify the liver.
Antioxidant: Contains silymarin, a powerful antioxidant that protects liver cells.
Digestive Health: Aids in digestion and helps alleviate symptoms of indigestion.
Energetics:
Taste: Slightly bitter
Temperature: Neutral to warming
Effect on the Body: Liver-supportive, antioxidant
Blends Well With:
Herbs: Dandelion root, burdock root, and ginger
Fruits: Citrus fruits and apples
Teas: Rooibos, green tea, or herbal blends (for a supportive, detoxifying infusion)
How to Prepare:
Tea: 1-2 teaspoons of crushed seeds per cup of boiling water, steeped for 10-15 minutes, up to 2 times a day. Or blend with other supporting herbs to create a custom blend.
Known Precautions/Contraindications:
Pregnancy: Generally considered safe; consult a qualified healthcare provider trained in the use of herbs for high doses.
Allergies: May cause allergic reactions, particularly in those sensitive to plants in the Asteraceae family.
Additional Information: It was used by Hippocrates for liver ailments. The plant’s distinctive marbled leaves were believed to symbolize purity and protection
Origin: Bulgaria, Croatia, Albania
Available in 1 ounce or 2 ounce quantities. (*organic)
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