Milk Thistle  Complex

Unique combination of Milk Thistle, Artichoke, Dandelion, Peppermint & Boldo leaves, A.Vogel’s Milk Thistle Complex was amongst the very first herbal products formulated by Alfred Vogel, one of Switzerland’s best known naturopaths.

People have traditionally used milk thistle for problems with the liver and gallbladder . Experts believe silymarin is the primary active ingredient of the herb. Silymarin is an antioxidant compound get from milk thistle seeds.

It’s unclear what benefits, if any, it may have in the body, but it’s sometimes used as a natural treatment for things including cirrhosis, jaundice, hepatitis, and gallbladder disorders.

Artichoke

Artichokes are one of the unique foods that contain both pre- and pro-biotics. Prebiotics are plant fibers that probiotics, or healthy bacteria in the gut, feed on (Mayo Clinic).

It is essential to have both in order to maintain a healthy microbiome and good digestion, which affects everything from nutrient absorption to mood to energy levels.

Inflammation” has become a buzzword lately, and for good reason. Long-term, repeated inflammation can result in chronic inflammatory diseases.

The World Health Organization ranks chronic diseases as the greatest threat to human health, which are only expected to increase in the United States over the next 30 years (StatPearls Publishing).

Artichokes have shown to be anti-inflammatory and used as a digestive aid to reduce bloating and promote regularity.

Dandelion

In traditional Chinese and Native American medicine, dandelion root has long been used to treat stomach and liver conditions.

Herbalists today believe that it can aid in the treatment of many ailments, including acne, eczema, high cholesterol, heartburn, gastrointestinal disorders, diabetes, and even cancer.

Peppermint

Peppermint is a popular traditional remedy for a number of conditions. It is believe to have calming effects. It is useful for treat flatulence, menstrual pains, diarrhea, nausea, depression-related anxiety, muscle and nerve pain, the common cold, indigestion, and IBS.

Boldo leaves

The plant use in natural medicine in the treatment of digestive disorders, as a laxative, choleretic (a stimulant of bile secretion), diuretic, and for hepatic diseases.