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Milk Thistle (Silybum Marianum)Works with the liver to protect from undesirable chemicals; Milk Thistle is extremely popular in Europe, being used as a tonic for the liver. Numerous studies show this herb enhances liver function and stimulates production of new cells. It is also said help protect the liver from damaging chemicals, thus preventing damage from free radicals. This herb contains a flavonoid called Silymarin which has a powerful effect on liver cells an be of many other health benefits. It has been used to support the healing of the liver and improving skin problems related to poor liver function.Liver protectant, Hepatic, galactogogue, demulcent, cholagogue. Research done in Germany is revealing data about reversal of toxic liver damage as well as protection from potential hepatotoxic agents. As its name implies, it promotes milk secretion in herbal formulas for breast feeding mothers. specific sport skill, occupational task, or daily activity)
