What are the benefits of milk thistle, is it a hangover cure, can it treat liver problems and are there any side effects?
NATURAL remedy milk thistle has been praised for its benefits, however, it isn't as clear what it can and can't help.
Here's everything we know about the herb...
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What is milk thistle?
Milk thistle is an European thistle with a single purple flower in the centre and pointed leaves, it's known as a common weed.
The plan, if left alone can reach up to five feet in height.
It is naturalised in the US and is often used in herbal medicine in different forms.
It can be consumed orally though supplements or even in tea, and it can be combined with other herbs.
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What are the different benefits?
The benefits range, but there are many that milk thistle are often linked to.
These include providing heart benefits by lowering cholesterol levels and helping those with type 2 diabetes and cirrhosis, however, it's not been completely proven yet.
It is an anti-inflammatory and an antioxidant, but the benefits of these to the body are unclear.
Some research suggests that those who have alcohol-related liver disease might be aided by milk thistle, but more research is needed to prove this.
It has also been mentioned as a popular hangover cure, and can be taken both before and after nights out as it protects the liver from damage.
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Are there any side effects?
There are little to no side effects linked to milk thistle, and some studies have shows that it's perfectly safe when taken for up to 41 months.
It can cause diarrhoea, nausea, bloating, gas and an upset stomach too.
Pregnant women are advised to stay away from the herbal remedy.
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