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Oral Uses
- High cholesterol
Artichoke leaf stimulates bile production; reduces cholesterol synthesis, total cholesterol abd LDL (bad) cholesterol; inhibits LDL (bad) cholesterol oxidation. Take 3-12 g of dried artichoke leaf or 1.0-1.5 g standardized artichoke leaf daily, in divided doses, for many months.
- Indigestion
Artichoke leaf is a bitter; stimulates bile production, digestion and digestive enzyme production. Take 3-12 g of dried artichoke leaf or 1.0-1.5 g standardized artichoke leaf daily, in divided doses, for many months.
- Alcohol hangover
Artichoke leaf alleviates alcohol hangover symptoms. Take 3-12 g of dried artichoke leaf or 1.0-1.5 g standardized artichoke leaf daily, in divided doses, for many months.
- Arteriosclerosis prevention
Artichoke leaf stimulates bile production; reduces cholesterol synthesis, total cholesterol and LDL (bad) cholesterol; reduces triglycerides. Take 3-12 g of dried artichoke leaf or 1.0-1.5 g standardized artichoke leaf daily, in divided doses, for many months.
- Cholecystitis
Artichoke leaf is a choleretic; stimulates bile production and bile flow. Take 3-12 g of dried artichoke leaf or 1.0-1.5 g standardized artichoke leaf daily, in divided doses, for many months.
- Heart attack prevention
Artichoke leaf stimulates bile production; reduces cholesterol synthesis, total cholesterol and LDL (bad) cholesterol; inhibits LDL (bad) cholesterol oxidation; reduces heart disease risk. Take 3-12 g of dried artichoke leaf or 1.0-1.5 g standardized artichoke leaf daily, in divided doses, for many months.
- High triglycerides
Artichoke leaf stimulates bile production; reduces triglycerides. Take 3-12 g of dried artichoke leaf or 1.0-1.5 g standardized artichoke leaf daily, in divided doses, for many months.
Oral Actions
- Action - Appetite enhancer
Artichoke leaf is an appetite enhancer; stimulates appetite. Take 3-12 g of dried artichoke leaf or 1.0-1.5 g standardized artichoke leaf daily, in divided doses, for many months.
- Action - Bitter
Artichoke leaf is a bitter; stimulates digestion. Take 3-12 g of dried artichoke leaf or 1.0-1.5 g standardized artichoke leaf daily, in divided doses, for many months.
- Action - Cholagogue
Artichoke leaf is a cholagogue; stimulates gallbladder and bile flow. Take 3-12 g of dried artichoke leaf or 1.0-1.5 g standardized artichoke leaf daily, in divided doses, for many months.
- Action - Choleretic
Artichoke leaf is a choleretic; stimulates bile production. Take 3-12 g of dried artichoke leaf or 1.0-1.5 g standardized artichoke leaf daily, in divided doses, for many months.
- Action - Antifungal
Artichoke leaf is an antifungal; fights fungus. Take 3-12 g of dried artichoke leaf or 1.0-1.5 g standardized artichoke leaf daily, in divided doses, for many months.
- Action - Aperient
Artichoke leaf is an aperient; softens stools. Take 3-12 g of dried artichoke leaf or 1.0-1.5 g standardized artichoke leaf daily, in divided doses, for many months.
- Action - Carminative
Artichoke leaf is a carminative; helps eliminate gas. Take 3-12 g of dried artichoke leaf or 1.0-1.5 g standardized artichoke leaf daily, in divided doses, for many months.
Recommended Dosage
Take 3-12 g of dried artichoke leaf or 1.0-1.5 g standardized artichoke leaf daily in divided doses for many months.
Cautions & Side Effects
There is no known safety problems if used at suggested dosage. Use with caution if you have gallstones. Do not use it if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Safety is unknown for people with kidney or liver disease. Do not use artichoke leaf if you are allergic asteraceae family plants.
Available Forms
Artichoke leaf is available in tablet, capsule or tincture form.
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