(Natural News) Scientists from the University of Port Harcourt in Nigeria found that editan (Lasianthera africana), a shrub native to central Africa, may protect the liver from antibiotic-induced damage. In their report, which appeared in the Journal of Integrative Medicine, the team examined whether editan leaves can protect the liver from oxidative damage in vivo. Editan is […]

(Natural News) Milk thistle is an herb that offers some benefits, such as promoting liver and heart health. While others consider the plant an invasive weed, preppers know that milk thistle is useful when turned into a potent extract. (h/t to SurvivalSullivan.com) Health benefits of milk thistle Some studies also suggest that milk thistle helps promote […]

(Natural News) Milk thistle is an herb derived from the milk thistle plant, Silybum marianum. It is used in traditional Chinese medicine to clear heat, remove toxic elements from the body, soothe the liver and promote bile secretions. The detoxifying properties of milk thistle are so potent that the herb is used to protect the liver from snake […]

(Natural News) Silymarin, the active ingredient in milk thistle (Silybum marianum), is a flavonoid commonly used to treat liver disorders. But a recent study suggests that silymarin can also be used to reduce the harmful side effects of chemotherapy. In a recent study, researchers from Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (MUMS) in Iran found that topical application of […]

(Natural News) Silymarin is an herbal extract that’s popularly used as a health supplement. It is associated with liver benefits and is often taken by patients with hepatitis. Silymarin contains a mixture of various compounds, the most active of which is the flavonoid known as silibinin. In a study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food, researchers from […]

(Natural News) Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) also affects cardiovascular health. Patients with this liver disorder are much more likely to develop heart disease or experience a stroke. NAFLD is the most widespread hepatic condition in the United States. Characterized by fat comprising more than five percent of the liver, NAFLD can develop into a more serious disease. […]

(Natural News) Researchers from Bastyr University in Washington reviewed the efficacy of herbal medicines in treating seizure disorders. Their findings appeared in the journal Alternative and Complementary Therapies. For their review, the team investigated current research and history of these herbal medicines. In addition, the researchers also discussed the use of a ketogenic diet for controlling seizures. Among the […]

(Natural News) Nearly 40 percent of Americans are suffering from non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Many people don’t even realize that they have the condition because the symptoms of liver disease in its early stages tend to be mild or unnoticeable. Worse still, NAFLD, when left untreated, progresses to a more serious condition called non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) — […]

(Natural News) You might not have ever heard of silymarin, but if you’ve got cancer or liver disease, this herbal remedy is something you should get acquainted with. Silymarin is a collective term for the group of plant compounds that form the active ingredient in milk thistle, a prickly plant that been used for hundreds […]

(Natural News) Milk thistle is flowering plant that is often used as a herbal remedy due to its healing qualities. When used correctly, milk thistle extract can provide a number of health benefits, including promoting liver health and protecting it from nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Your liver normally contains a small amount of fat. This […]