{"product_id":"milk-thistle-seed-powder","title":"Milk Thistle Seed Powder, Organic","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBulk Herbs: Milk Thistle Seed Powder (Organic)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSilybum marianum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSize:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 oz package\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eFormat:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Powder\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlant Part:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Seeds\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eFarming:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlso known as: \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSilybum marianum, Holy Thistle, Variegated Thistle, Lady's Thistle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Bulgaria, Poland\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilybum marianum is an annual in the Asteraceae family that grows three to seven feet tall with lettuce-like leaves and spikey, purple flowers. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMilk thistle has been revered for thousands of years as an effective herb. However, early on, all parts of the plant were used for various purposes. The leaves were extensively utilized and often eaten as a vegetable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIn the U.S, it is considered a weed in several states, particularly in the Pacific Northwest, in states such as Washington. It is a member of the vast sunflower or Asteraceae family, which encompasses a wide variety of well-known plants such as lettuce (\u003cem\u003eLactuca sativa\u003c\/em\u003e), the common daisy (\u003cem\u003eBellis perennis\u003c\/em\u003e), the blessed thistle (\u003cem\u003eCnicus benedictus\u003c\/em\u003e), and artichoke (\u003cem\u003eCynara cardunculus var. scolymus\u003c\/em\u003e), to name a few. Many of the common names and the outdated Latin name refer to the belief that the milk of the Virgin Mary fell on the plant, leaving behind the milky white 'marbling' that gives the leaves their very distinctive coloration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eActive Compounds:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Silymarin, Silyhermin, Neosilyhermin A and B; protein and mucilage, quercitin and taxifolin; kaempferol and dihydrokaempferol; apigenin, eriodyctiol, chrysoeriol, and naringin; phytosterols like cholesterol, campesterol, stigmasterol and sitosterol, Luteolin, Triterpine Acetate and Fumaric Acid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eActions\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ci\u003eAlterative, Cholagogue, Demulcent, Galactagogue, Hepato-protective, Hepato-Trophorestorative, Bitter Tonic.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e Milk thistle seed is a renowned herbal remedy, primarily used for its high concentration of silymarin, a compound with potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that protect liver cells from toxins, support regeneration, and help treat liver diseases such as cirrhosis and hepatitis. It is commonly used as a daily tincture to support gallbladder function, aid digestion, and potentially help manage type 2 diabetes or reduce chemotherapy side effects (check with your oncologist BEFORE taking any herb during chemotherapy).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Milk thistle is generally safe but can interact with medications metabolized by the liver (via the cytochrome P450 system), including blood thinners like warfarin, diabetes drugs, and some anti-anxiety meds. People with allergies to ragweed, daisies, or artichokes, as well as those with hormone-sensitive conditions (e.g., breast cancer, endometriosis), should avoid it or consult a doctor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eHerbal Magick:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Milk thistle seed magick centers on profound protection, purification, and maternal strength, often linked to the Virgin Mary. Known for shielding against evil, curses, and malicious spirits, the plant—specifically its seeds—is used in ritual work for healing, grounding, and guarding against envy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Food and Drug Administration has not evaluated this information. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease; it is for educational purposes only.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Raven Moon Emporium","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50438081773854,"sku":"691959214312","price":4.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/7448\/8350\/files\/MilkThistlePowder.jpg?v=1776198346","url":"https:\/\/shop.ravenmoonemporium.com\/products\/milk-thistle-seed-powder","provider":"Raven Moon Emporium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}