Amazing Extra natural supplement helps the body lower cholesterol naturally. Elevated blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels can lead to plaque filled arteries. Blood lipid levels generally reflect the type of diet consumed, especially if the diet is high in saturated fats. The botanicals in Vale's Artichoke Extra have been traditionally consumed to help detoxify the liver, aid in digestion and help support the livers ability to lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
Cynara scolymus, more commonly known as the Globe Artichoke, has been used extensively in the past as a food source. However, it does have some historical uses in the treatments of: sluggish liver (where it aids in increasing bile secretion); poor digestion; atherosclerosis; elevated triglycerides and elevated cholesterol; and as a diuretic, for kidney diseases, and proteinuria. 1
Recommended Dosage: As a food supplement, take one capsule before each meal, or two to three at bed, or as desired.
Cautions: As with all food supplements, if you are pregnant, nursing, or under a physican's care, please contact your health care professional before taking this product. keep out of the reach of children.
Contraindications:
Artichoke yields cynaropicrin, a potential allergen. Individuals with an existing hypersensitivity to any memeber of the Compositae family may develop an allergic reaction to artichoke.
Artichoke Standardized Extract should not be taken if there are signs of a bile duct blockage.
Colic can occur where the patient suffers from gallstones.
In case of gallstones, use only after consulting a physician.
References 1
.Blumenthal, Mark et al. Herbal Medicene: Expanded Commission E Monographs. Newton, MA: Integrative Medicine Communications, 2000, p. 11.
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