Origin of raw materials for organic Artichoke leaf .
Our organic Artichoke leaf Extract is a 20:1 ratio meaning each serving is 20 times more concentrated than the organic Artichoke leaf .
Artichoke leaf extracts have demonstrated their possible ability to support the elimination channels of the body. This in turn would allow the body to work more efficiently in possibly preventing the buildup of mold, bacteria and yeast. In vitro studies have isolated a variety of antioxidant compounds from the globe artichoke, significant antioxidant activity has been documented in various preclinical studies. Researchers have also observed an increase in the presence of probiotic strains in inoculated volunteers, suggesting that not only do artichokes serve as an effective vehicle for delivery of probiotics but also may contain substances such as inulin, which may support growth of probiotic strains. Most importantly, artichokes were shown to possibly aid probiotic bacterial strains during simulated gastric and intestinal digestion.
Artichoke extract may possibly offer an additional degree of cardiovascular support via its overall healthy supportive effect on endothelial function. It may support the body's healthy stimulation of bile secretion; and it has been suggested that reduction of intrahepatic cholesterol concentration is responsible for globe artichoke extracts ability to possibly reduce upset stomach. As to the scientifically purported cholesterol lowering effects, in vitro and animal studies report that cynarin and artichoke extracts may show promise in supporting healthy lipid levels, anti-hepatotoxic and hepatoprotective properties against a variety of toxins affecting the liver. Our Artichoke Leaf Extract Powder is a 5% extract (20:1 ratio) meaning each serving contains a 5% concentration of Cynarine.
Some possible traditional uses of Artichoke Leaf Extract Powder may include:
May help to ease upset stomach (dyspepsia) or digestive tract
May help relieve flatulence
May support intestinal health
May support healthy liver function
May support urination as a diuretic
May support healthy gallbladder function
May support beneficial bacteria and flora in the intestinal tract
May support healthy lipid le