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Liver Detox Complex has the following benefits:
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Liver Detox Complex has the following benefits:
Liver Health Background and Application
The liver has been referred to as the body’s refinery. It absorbs, metabolizes, and neutralizes all of the environmental pollutants, toxins, and nutrients our body takes in. Its other functions include storing carbohydrates and managing fat, protein and carbohydrate metabolism.
Milk Thistle
Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum) is an herb native to the Mediterranean, but is now harvested globally. The active component Silymarin repairs liver cells damaged from drug or alcohol ingestion. In addition, it prevents other liver cells from damage by blocking toxins at the membrane level, functions as an antioxidant, and may contain anti-inflammatory activity1.
Burdock Root
Burdock (Arctium lappa) is a common weed that has been traditionally used for “cleansing” functions. It naturally contains plant sterols, oils, and tannins. Herbalists use it to treat inflammatory and skin conditions2. Research shows a clear dose-dependant effect of burdock extract on liver enzymes serum glutamic oxaloacetic transaminase (GOT) and glutamic pyruvic transaminase (GPT) levels in animals3. Abnormal liver histology was also reduced, likely due to its antioxidant properties3. Another study showed hepatotoxicity induced by ethanol and carbon tetrachloride could be alleviated with Burdock4.
L-methionine
L-methionine is a sulfur-containing essential amino acid and precursor to protein synthesis and SAMe. It may reduce toxic effects of acetaminophen and methotrexate on the liver. It may also possess antioxidant activity5 and controls hepatocyte growth and death response, although liver damage results in SAMe deficiency. Chronic hepatic SAMe depletion “may lead to malignant transformation6”. In one study, rat hepatocyte cultures demonstrated that SAMe had hepatoprotective effects7.
Fennel Seed
Fennel seed has been approved by the German Commission E monograph for dyspeptic complaints including peptic discomfort, and mild spastic disorders of the gastrointestinal tract. It has been shown to raise the mucociliary activity of ciliary epithelium3. Ciliary assist the flow of contents in the body.
Our Product & Dosage
Liver Detox Complex provides 400 mg of Burdock root, 400 mg of Fennel seed, 350 mg of Milk Thistle extract (standardized to contain 80% silymarins), and natural liver-specific herbs such as Artichoke leaf and Aloe vera, plus L-methionine.
Specifications
Product Name: Liver Detox Complex
Label Claim: Supports Liver Health
How Supplied: Vegetarian elongated capsule
Product Code: VL440
References
5. Physician’s Desk Reference for Nutritional Supplements, 2001.