Milk thistle: The guardian of the liver! A must-know natural liver-protecting herb for Hong Kong residents.

奶薊:肝臟的守護神!香港人必識的天然護肝草本

Milk thistle is more than just an ordinary herb; it's a "super protector" of liver cells. Dr. Eric Berg explains in detail how milk thistle, through its core ingredient —silymarin helps the liver repair, detoxify, reduce inflammation, and even improve hormones and mood .

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The main component of milk thistle is silymarin .

  • It belongs to a group of phytonutrients and accounts for about 60% of milk thistle's composition.
  • It has strong antioxidant properties and protects liver cells from free radical damage.
  • Helps the liver metabolize drugs, alcohol, and toxins, reducing side effects.
  • Supports the liver's conversion of thyroid hormones ( T4→T3 ).
  • It helps stabilize estrogen levels and is suitable for both men and women.

10 major benefits of milk thistle for the liver

1. Reduce liver and kidney toxicity : including damage caused by antipyretics, alcohol, poisonous mushrooms, etc.

2. Extends liver lifespan : Especially suitable for long-term drinkers

3. Reduce chemotherapy toxicity : Protect liver cells from drug damage

4. Preventing liver fibrosis and cirrhosis : Reducing scar tissue caused by chronic inflammation

5. Improve fatty liver and insulin resistance : Helps reduce liver fat and insulin levels

6. Antidote to poisonous mushroom poisoning : has detoxifying properties

7. Promotes liver cell regeneration : Helps the liver repair itself

8. Improving depressive mood : may be related to the balance of neurotransmitters

9. It helps with prostate enlargement : It has a hormonal regulating effect .

10. Improve varicose veins : Promote vascular health

Additional benefits of milk thistle

  • Protecting glutathione : the liver's most important antioxidant.
  • Supporting thyroid function : 80% of thyroid hormones are converted in the liver.
  • Anti-inflammatory effect : Suitable for patients with hepatitis and chronic liver disease.
  • Improve symptoms of high estrogen levels , including edema, mood swings, and fat accumulation.

How to take it for the best effect?

  • Milk thistle has a short retention time in the body, so it is recommended to take it in divided doses throughout the day.
  • It helps maintain a stable concentration and continuously supports liver repair.
  • It is recommended to choose the whole milk thistle plant rather than a single extract to retain its complete nutrients.

Conclusion: The liver is not just a detoxifier, but also the core of health.

Hong Kong people lead a fast-paced life with oily diets, high stress, and frequent medication use, putting a heavy burden on the liver every day. Milk thistle acts as a natural shield for your liver , helping to eliminate toxins, repair cells, and stabilize mood.

Starting tonight, a cup of milk thistle tea and a herbal capsule will help build a strong foundation for your liver and allow you to live a healthier life!

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YouTube source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0e-SLmcI6jA

YouTube Column: Dr. Berg's Chinese Health Knowledge

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