Milk Thistle Seed
The extensive modern clinical and
laboratory research on milk thistle seed would fill a whole book. The most
important active constituents discovered so far are the flavonoid-like compounds
called flavanolignans, the group of which is collectively called silymarin. The
three most abundant of these molecules are silbinin, silychristin, and
silydanin. These compounds have two major actions: 1) they bind to the liver
cell membranes and protect them from being injured by foreign chemicals,
endogenous and environmental toxins and free radical damage; and 2) they enter
the liver cells and enhance their ability to produce enzymes vital to the
liver's proper functioning, thus speeding recovery from injury to the liver and
even stimulating regeneration of liver tissue. The seeds are also rich in
betaine, a proven liver protector, as well as essential fatty acids that may
help lower excessive and chronic inflammation in the body. This herb is specific
for protection and enhanced liver regeneration after exposure to heavy metals,
radiation, or toxic chemicals. It is also useful for psoriasis and other skin
ailments.
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