The magical medicinal properties of milk thistle have been known for more than 2000 years. Its remedial benefits were documented as early as the 4th century B.C. It is also commonly known as lady’s thistle, holy thistle and St. Mary thistle. It is also called the “liver herb” due to its efficacy as a remedy against liver problems. It is an herbaceous plant that grows annually. It becomes 10 feet tall with purple and red flowers. Milk thistle is native to the southern part of Europe, North Africa, southern Russia and Asia Minor. It is also found in parts of North and South America.
Milk thistle is well-known for an effective herbal treatment for various disorders of the liver. Europeans were among the first to make use of the seeds of this herb to treat liver problems. This herb is so named because of the milky substance that is derived from it when it is crushed. Research has shown that it has many beneficial properties that can be used to improve health and treat different ailments.
It is believed that the herb has anti-inflammatory, detoxifying, demulcent and antioxidant properties that help in improving your skin’s condition. Experts recommend consulting a doctor before taking milk thistle supplements, as there isn’t strong evidence to prove the benefits of milk thistle. Here are a few ways that this magical herb could do wonders to your skin:
Milk thistle has detoxifying properties. At the same time it is also known to help produce bile in the intestine to keep digestion and bowel movements normal. Both of them are important for good skin by getting rid of free radicals in the body.This ultimately helps get rid of pimple and related skin problems.
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The anti-oxidant and detoxifying property of milk thistle is believed to be beneficial for the skin as it removes toxins from your body. Your liver and colon are cleansed by this wondrous herb, making it possible for your skin to look radiant and glowing.
One of the components of milk thistle is silymarin, which is believed to have healing powers. By increasing glutathione levels in your body, it prevents skin ailments like psoriasis and flare-ups. The deficiency of glutathione, a protein that has detoxifying properties, is said to be a cause of psoriasis. The glutathione content in milk thistle is known to improve the skin condition by detoxifying the body from within.
As mentioned earlier, milk thistle has demulcent properties. It is this property that helps in hydrating and softening the dry skin. This means it forms a layer over the mucus membrane, and thereby helps to keep the skin breathing, safe from external damage. Your skin will improve dramatically, become more smooth and supple with the intake of the wonderful milk thistle.
Milk thistle is known to be an effective blood purifier. It cleanses the blood, help in blood circulation and remove the toxins. It also cleanses the skin of the materials that cause blemishes, marks, etc. Having milk thistle regularly will help you to have a clearer skin.
According to the studies conducted at the Cancer Center of the University of Colorado, silibinin, which is an extract of milk thistle, has the ability to repair or kill skin cells that have been affected by the exposure to the UVB radiation. It also protects the skin against the damaging effects of UVB radiation.
Milk thistle keeps your skin glowing and radiant. Its ability to promote healthy cell growth also means that it will help delay aging to a certain extent.
There may not be any strong evidence that milk thistle benefits your skin. But, it has the properties that benefit the different parts of your body, such as the liver, kidney, colon, blood, etc. which in turn have fantastic effects on your skin. When your body is healthy from the inside, it shows on the outside as well, meaning that you will naturally have glowing and healthy skin all the times.
Milk thistle and its extracts, particularly silymarin, are being studied extensively to find out how they can benefit our health. We already know that it can benefit your skin in many ways through the purification and encouragement of proper functioning of different organs in your body. This miraculous herb is said to have great benefits for hair as well.
Here are the ways in which milk thistle is believed to do wonders for your hair:
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