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Milk thistle capsules, properties and benefits: TECHNICAL INDICATIONS Botanical name: Silybum marianum Synonyms: milk of our lady, silver thistle Family: Asteraceae Part used: seed Preparation: plant powder Harvest time: summer Cultivated/wild: cultivated Geographic origin : Poland sprite-mycosmetik.png OUR QUALITY COMMITMENTS All our powders are obtained by cutting and grinding, without adding any additives or solvents. We certify the absence of coloring, additives, preservatives, ionization and nanotechnology. Milk thistle 100% pure and natural / 100% ORGANIC AB (from Organic Farming) Certification of dosage, traceability of batches and origins Systematic verification of the absence of cross-contamination, allergens and heavy metals COMPOSITION ONE ORGANIC MILK THISTLE CAPSULE: One capsule contains: milk thistle seed powder (Silybum marianum) * dosed at 200 mg. The coating of the capsule is in vegetable gelatin (HPMC) Net weight of one capsule: 200mg PROPERTIES AND USE OF MILK THISTLE IN CAPSULES: Directions for use of milk thistle capsules: 3-6 capsules per day. Daily portion (6 capsules): milk thistle 1200mg Organoleptic properties of milk thistle: Appearance: oily and marbled powder Particle size: less than 300 microns Color: brown to dark gray Components and benefits of milk thistle powder: Flavonolignans: silymarins (silybin, silychristine, silydianine) Flavonoids Lipids Mucilages Vitamin E Storage conditions for organic milk thistle powder capsules: Store in a cool, dry place and away from light and heat. CHARACTERISTICS, PROPERTIES AND BENEFITS OF MILK THISTLE THROUGH HISTORY Milk thistle or Silybum marianumis a biennial spiny herbaceous plant that can grow up to 1m high. Its large pale green leaves are spotted with white. Milk thistle grows below 700m altitude in warm and temperate regions, often in arid soil. It is found a lot around the Mediterranean where it originates. It is sown in open ground in spring. Did you know / tips for using milk thistle It was once said that burning milk thistle heads in the fireplace during a storm prevented lightning from striking the house. A LITTLE HISTORY (THE MILK THISTLE, ITS PROPERTIES AND USES) ... Legend has it that the milk thistle takes its name from the fact that its leaves were stained by the milk of the Virgin Mary which during the flight to Egypt would have hidden her child in a grove of thistles to nurse him. A few drops would then have fallen on the leaves, which would have given it its white veins, characteristic of the plant. In addition to its many therapeutic properties, milk thistle is also consumed in certain regions as food. The leaves and roots are eaten as well as the young shoots raw or cooked. Formerly cultivated in many vegetable gardens, it has now fallen into obscurity. Since ancient times, milk thistle has been used to treat various illnesses. The active substance of milk thistle is Silymarin, which is a grouping of molecules present in the plant: silybin, silychristin and silydianine. OTHER POSSIBLE USES OF MILK THISTLE: Although the capsule remains the most practical form, milk thistle is available in other forms: Powder: twice a day in a little water before meals Infusion and decoction:boil water and let the milk thistle infuse for a few minutes Tincture: dilute in a glass of water PRECAUTIONS FOR USING MILK THISTLE CAPSULES First 3 months of pregnancy: NO Pregnant and breastfeeding women: NO Infants less than 6 months: NO Children under 8 years: NO Adults and adolescents: YES Special precautions for the use of milk thistle capsules: Contraindicated in cases of gallstone disease. Keep out of reach of young children. Not recommended for children, pregnant or breastfeeding women. Use reserved for adults. This product cannot replace a varied diet and a healthy lifestyle. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Important note: For therapeutic use, please consult your doctor or pharmacist. The data summarized here is given for information purposes and cannot engage our responsibility. The food supplements described here are natural plant-based products. However, they are not without danger and without possible interactions with other medications or treatments. It is therefore very important to respect the recommended doses and to tell your doctor or pharmacist that you are taking these products: only he or she will be able to determine if any interactions exist between the food supplement and another treatment or medication that you may be taking. For medical advice, in the event of specific or prolonged symptoms, please consult your doctor. Only he will be able to make a precise diagnosis and, if necessary, provide you with the most appropriate treatment.