Guest guest Posted December 26, 2003 Report Share Posted December 26, 2003 Would a tea or infusion be just as good as the capsules and visa versa? What is the difference between Milk thistle and blessed thistle or is there a difference? TIA, Vicki Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 26, 2003 Report Share Posted December 26, 2003 , " cinaminmomma " <cinaminmomma> wrote: > Would a tea or infusion be just as good as the capsules and visa > versa? What is the difference between Milk thistle and blessed thistle or is there a difference? > TIA, > Vicki Hi Vicki! The work of a German Pharmacologist, G. Vogel, presents the most compelling evidence of all on Milk Thistle (S. Marianum) and its importance in treating liver toxicities. Vogel-- " In my experience the only plant product which has an anti-hepatoxic (i.e. protective effect on the liver) action in the true sense of the word is the seed of the milk thistle. " S. Marinum contains the liver protectant silymarin, a unique type of flavonoid with antioxidant ability. It prevents free radical damage in the liver, stimulates the production of new liver cells and prevents formation of damaging leukotrienes, protects the kidneys. It is good for adrenal disorders, inflammatory bowel disorders, a weakened immune system, and all other liver disorders such as jaundice and hepatitis. Milk thistle works best in capsules or fluid extracts. A tea of the seeds may be made however it's effectiveness is diminished somewhat by heat. Suggested intake is up to six capsules a day given three at a time in the morning and again in the late afternoon with some organic tomato juice. A 1952 Japanese study showed that tomato juice was terrific for regenerating liver growth! That's why I advise that milk thistle be taken with this type of juice. It is also called— Mary Thistle, Wild Artichoke On the other hand Blessed Thistle Increases appetite and stomach secretions. Alleviates inflammation, improves circulation, purifies the blood, and strengthens the heart .. May act as brain food. good for female disorders, Also aids milk flow in nursing mothers. Almost sixty years ago, it was common for many women in Great Britain to rely on this herb to ensure adequate daily supplies of milk for their babies. Moms would drink one cup of warm tea about thirty minutes before feeding time began. ( or they might take some herbal pills (4 capsules daily) with a glass of warm water. It appears from the evidence at hand that moderate heat in the form of warm liquid of some kind is the key to making this herb work the best. Happy Holidays! JoAnn JoAnn Guest mrsjo- DietaryTi- http://www.geocities.com/mrsjoguest/Womantowoman.html http://www.geocities.com/mrsjoguest/Botanicals.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 26, 2003 Report Share Posted December 26, 2003 Thanks so much for the info!! One more question though, can I use a coffee grinder to grind the seeds and then just buy jell caps and do it myself? This seems the most economical and trustworth (iykwim) way. But I have never seen the seeds before and I don't know if a coffee grinder will do the trick. TIA, Vicki Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 26, 2003 Report Share Posted December 26, 2003 Thanks so much for the info! Great idea on the blender drinks. I was thinking I would have to buy the capsules. I make a couple of drinks a day so this will work great for me. Thanx, Vicki Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 26, 2003 Report Share Posted December 26, 2003 Yes there is a difference between Blessed Thistle (Cnicus benedictus) and Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum). Blessed Thistle is more astringent and can be used in diarrhea and/or hemorrhage. It is also good for toning the female reproductive organs. It is an expectorant as well. It is good for increasing the flow of bile and gastric secretions. Milk Thistle is not astringent and had dumulcent properties making it good for the skin as well as the liver and gall bladder. Both thistles are good for producing milk in nursing mothers. Don Quai - cinaminmomma herbal remedies Friday, December 26, 2003 4:33 PM [herbal remedies] Milk thistle ?'s Would a tea or infusion be just as good as the capsules or visa versa?Also what is the difference between Blessed Thistle and Milk thistle or is there a difference?TIA,Vicki ---Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Ain't no bugs here!Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com).Version: 6.0.556 / Virus Database: 348 - Release 12/26/03 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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