The Artichoke is a perennial plant of the Asteraceae family. Of Mediterranean origin, it is a crop mutation, which over the centuries has split from the common tuberose.
The active part of this plant is the leaf, which contains phenolic acids, mainly caffeilquinic acids, among which chlorogenic, cryptochlorogenic, neochlorogenic and cynarin (the main active substance); flavonoids and sesquiterpene lactones, among other active compounds.
PROPERTIES
Traditionally, the artichoke has been used in all processes involved in digestion:
Eupeptic action: promotes correct digestion.
Choleretic: increases bile production.
Cholagogue: promotes the expulsion of bile.
Antiemetic: prevents nausea and vomiting.
Appetite: promotes the appetite.
It has also been shown to reduce cholesterol and triglycerides (and thus combat the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis). Its liver protective action is combined with its antioxidant capacity against the free radicals of its natural polyphenols.
MAIN INDICATIONS
Digestive dyspepsia.
Cholesterol.
Instructions for use:
Take 1-2 capsules a day.
PRECAUTIONS
Do not administer in cases of bile duct obstruction and colic.
