People are always looking for the [it" thing that promises to do wonders for their health. We package, bottle and buy all kinds of herbs and remedies that promise to do be the magic bullet for whatever ails us.
Sometimes, those things are backed by science. Sometimes not. And sometimes, like with the herbal remedy milk thistle, there`s a bit of science to it, but not enough to know if it`s really doing what it claims.
[Milk thistle is interesting because from what we know, it might be beneficial for people with various health problems," states registered dietitian Beth Czerwony, RD, LD. [The problem is that it hasn`t been very well studied in people yet. So, it`s hard to recommend as a safe or effective remedy."
What are people using milk thistle for? And what does the existing research say about it? Czerwony explains.
What is milk thistle?
Milk thistle is a spiky purple flowering plant in the same family as the daisies and ragweed. It`s sold as an herbal supplement, either as a capsule or a tea.
Manufacturers claim it encourages healthy liver function, promotes healthier skin, aids digestive health, boosts your immune system and more. But because it`s an herbal remedy, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) doesn`t regulate it. So, the makers can claim just about anything without needing legitimate research to back it up.
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