How Long Before Milk Thistle Works? Your Questions on Milk Thistle Uses Answered
By Julie C. Ashe
If you’re reading this article, you’ve probably heard about the various milk thistle uses in treating liver and gallbladder conditions. But how long before milk thistle works? When can you expect to start seeing the results that are talked about and how much do you need to consume every day? In this article, you’ll learn all the answers to these questions.
So what’s all the fuss about this herb and why is it so important?
This herb have been said to be used even during ancient times as an herbal treatment. It is a thistle with a tall stem, thorny outer leaves and a vibrant purple center. You have probably also seen this plant dried up during the winter times.
Does milk thistle cleanse the liver? Yes, it helps regenerate and protect your liver from problems such as cirrhosis (scarring of the liver), hepatitis (inflammation of the liver) as well as detoxifying the liver of alcohol, drugs, heavy metals and more. Probably the most important job of your liver is to cleanse the blood and this herb is one of the few natural supplements that can help your liver carry out its task.
The second main benefit is its ability to help bile flow. Because this herb is a demulcent (form a soft coating over mucous membranes like milk, syrup and honey), it helps calm down inflamed gallbladder walls. This is one of the best ways to alleviate gallbladder symptoms as they can be very painful.
How much milk thistle should one use? It is recommended that you take 2-3mg of it in liquid form 3 times a day. There are no side effects except that it has a laxative effect so you have to make sure you don’t overdo it.
How long before milk thistle works? Many people report an improvement in their symptoms almost immediately because of the herbs anti inflammatory effect while others saw a difference within a few days. There is no definite answer as to how long as that will probably depend on how bad your condition is. A recent poll showed that most people using it for liver problems have taken it on and off for a period 3-6 months.
So if you’ve had any liver or gallbladder problems, try taking a supplement of this wonderful herb. You will see a huge improvement in your well being and it will help calm your symptoms.
Julie C. Ashe is a life-time user and passionate fan of the benefits of vitamins and supplements with a scientific base to promote good health and vitality. Visit Julie’s site Facts about Vitamins and Supplements.
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