Bio-Milk Thistle Complex

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Bio-Milk Thistle Complex by Coyne Healthcare contains milk thistle (Silybum marianum) which is a medicinal plant with a rich history of use which started in the Mediterranean over 2000 years ago. In Greco-Roman times the leaves were used as herbal remedy for a variety of ailments, particularly liver complaints. Since the latter nineteenth century, eclectic physicians in the USA recognised the clinical benefits of preparations from milk thistle seeds (technically the fruits) for “congestion of the liver, spleen and kidneys”.

Today milk thistle is used for its medicinal benefits in support of liver function, detoxification and healthy digestion.

Bio-Milk Thistle is a western herbal medicine that is used to support liver function in adults 18 years and older. In addition, Bio-Milk Thistle may help to relieve digestive disturbances or indigestion, including discomfort following overindulgence.

The active components in milk thistle extracts are a group of chemical compounds collectively known as silymarin. Silybin is considered one of the most active constituents of silymarin.

Silymarin and silybin are antioxidants, in other words, they protect cells from damage caused by free radicals. Free radicals are toxic by-products of oxygen metabolism in living cells. These free radicals can cause significant damage to living tissues when produced in quantities that exceed the body’s neutralising mechanisms. Stress, medicines, injury, alcohol consumption and infections can all lead to increased generation of free radicals.

Due to its antioxidant properties, silymarin helps to protect cell membranes from damage induced by free radicals. Silymarin also stabilises liver cell membranes and prevents binding and penetration of toxins, such as ethanol, paracetamol, Amanita phalloides (from poisonous mushrooms) and others. In addition, silymarin may help the liver to generate new cells and proteins to recover from injury.

Apart from its benefits as antioxidant, silymarin also has anti-inflammatory properties. It may reduce the damaging effects of inflammation and prevent scar tissue formation.

RECOMMENDED USAGE

Adults 18 years and older: Take one capsule per day with food or as directed by your healthcare professional. Do not exceed the recommended dose.

COMPOSITION

OTHER INGREDIENTS

Soya lecithin (certified GMO free) and vegetable stearate

DOES NOT CONTAIN

Gluten, GMO’s, artificial sweeteners and preservatives

STORAGE

Store in a cool dry place (<25°C), away from sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.

PRODUCT FORM

Capsule

WARNINGS/CONTRAINDICATIONS

If pregnant, nursing or taking medication, consult your healthcare practitioner before use. 

Do not use this product if you have an allergy or sensitivity to any of the ingredients.

Please review package insert (if available) for further information.