Milk Thistle : A Boost of Natural Benefits for the Liver
Lucas PINOS
8 min
Summary
Do you know Milk Thistle ? If not, you must have come across it during your country walks, in the forest for example. And if this Mediterranean plant is rather banal in our French landscapes, it is no less exceptional for our well-being. Indeed, Milk Thistle is one of the plants beneficial to the liver, thanks to the presence of a powerful active ingredient, silymarin.
But then, what benefits are hidden behind these pretty bright purple flowers? 💜
In this article, discover the incredible benefits of Milk Thistle for your overall well-being and above all, for the protection of your liver!
Milk Thistle: origins and properties
Geographical origins of the plant
Milk thistle has its origins in the Mediterranean. It was also used in ancient times by the Greeks and Romans to help the liver and bile. Its use is therefore not new!
Today, Milk Thistle is present in many regions of Europe, particularly in France. It can be found almost everywhere, especially in forests. 🌳
Botanical origin
Milk thistle is part of the Asteraceae family and is the only representative of the genus Silybum. This plant is composed of green leaves, quite light and spotted with white, with some thorns. The stem of the thistle is very long and generally more than a meter.
The flower of the Milk Thistle, for its part, is a very bright purple. It appears between May and August, the flowering period of the plant. The latter has five lobes and is surrounded by numerous thorns. And yes, whoever rubs against it gets pricked! ♠️
A name linked to the Virgin Mary?
This plant owes its name to an old legend according to which the Virgin Mary breastfed Jesus next to a small thistle bush. She is said to have dropped a little milk on the leaves of the thistle, which is said to have tinted these plants with the white veins typical of this species.
It's up to you to believe it or not! In any case, the benefits of milk thistle are very real.
Active ingredient: silymarin
Milk thistle also produces small fruits. These are composed of three active substances, namely: silybin, silychristin and sylydianin. These three substances are flavonoids. They make up the active complex specific to milk thistle, silymarin, a powerful protective agent for the body and especially for the liver:
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Rich in flavonoids, this active ingredient is a powerful antioxidant which has real benefits for strengthening the body, particularly the liver.
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It helps prevent damage caused by toxins and free radicals.
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It helps eliminate excess fluids, improving kidney function.
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It can promote the regeneration of liver cells.
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It can help reduce insulin resistance.
As you will have understood, silymarin is what makes Milk Thistle so popular and, above all, so beneficial for your well-being.
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The benefits of Milk Thistle
Milk thistle has remarkable properties for the liver, but not only! Discover all the benefits of this plant rich in silymarin.
Cell protection
Antioxidant benefits
Milk thistle, the flagship ingredient of our Detox Formula, is a real gem full of antioxidants ! This is thanks in particular to its composition in flavonoids. It protects all the cells of the body against the action of free radicals due to stress, alcohol, pollution, or even exposure to UV rays.
Its antioxidant agents help the liver, the most important organ in our body, to get rid of toxins and all the pathogens that pollute our body. And yes, the liver is a real filter for our body. It is our detox ally !
Improve physiological resistance
Milk thistle increases the body's physiological resistance to severe environmental conditions. It helps boost the body's defenses in the event of environmental variations, seasonal changes, or physiological stress. Milk thistle can therefore be an excellent ally for transitioning from fall to winter, for staying in shape during difficult times (exams, stress), etc.
Support for liver function
Natural protection for the liver
Silymarin acts as a real protective agent for the liver and the liver functions of the body. The latter helps to protect, balance and strengthen liver cells, in case of slight inconvenience, for better well-being at the liver level.
Helps in the regeneration of liver cells
Milk thistle is known for its powerful hepatoprotective properties. But silymarin's benefits don't stop there! This natural nugget can even help regenerate liver cells. In fact, studies show that it stimulates protein synthesis when the liver suffers damage.
Milk Thistle: A Must-Have for Your Diet?
An ally to reduce insulin resistance
Silymarin contributes to the physiological balance of sugars within the body. Indeed, this active ingredient can help reduce insulin resistance to improve blood sugar control. And improving blood sugar levels helps to limit cravings, beyond consuming the right carbohydrates to lose weight, and therefore, to pay more attention to your weight!
If your goal is to lose weight or simply better control your calorie intake, Milk Thistle may be a good dietary supplement.
A food supplement for better elimination after meals
After a slightly boozy evening or a meal that was a bit too copious, milk thistle can help you digest better and, above all, eliminate better to get back in shape.
In addition to its hepatoprotective action, Milk Thistle can help you better digest fats by stimulating bile, and better eliminate toxins.
Of course, this superfood will not erase what we have eaten or drunk! Otherwise it would be too easy… But it can help you achieve better well-being despite the excesses.
Incorporating Milk Thistle into Your Detox Routine
The advantage of Milk Thistle is that it fits perfectly into your daily life. It is therefore super easy to carry out a detox routine without constraints !
In the form of a food supplement
The easiest way to integrate Milk Thistle into your routine, without constraints, is to opt for the food supplement to be taken occasionally every day, or to choose to do a treatment with our Organic Detox Formula.
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In food
You can boost your silymarin intake by adding Milk Thistle to your culinary preparations.
Although it is a medicinal plant, mainly used in naturopathy and herbal medicine, Milk Thistle can be eaten! 🍽️We eat the stems of the plant in particular. These are juicy and slightly sweet. They are reminiscent of the taste of the artichoke, which is a cousin of Milk Thistle!
Otherwise, you can absolutely consume this plant full of benefits in herbal teas or simply extracts of Milk Thistle, for natural daily support. In general, 3 to 4 grams are enough for a cup of 150 ml of water. 🍵
Prolonged use
You can enjoy the benefits of Milk Thistle with prolonged and regular use to benefit from the detoxifying and protective effects of the plant in the long term. This can only help your liver to function well on a daily basis!
So why be tempted by the benefits of Milk Thistle?
Milk thistle is therefore above all an ally of your liver. Thanks to its hepatoprotective properties, its first role is to help this vital organ to function better. But that's not all! By helping the liver, the silymarin contained in milk thistle can help you achieve overall well-being and stay in shape!
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