DONKEY THORN seed

Milk thistle seed (Silybum marianum), Milk thistle
Other Names: Silivo, Koufagatho

Basic Properties: lactogenic, liver cell regenerator, cholestatic, emollient, antidepressant, antioxidant

Uses: for liver diseases, liver burdened by toxins, fatty infiltration, possibly helping with cirrhosis of the liver (liver) due to alcohol abuse or hepatitis, liver tonic and protector from the effects of drugs, increases milk flow and is completely safe for breastfeeding mothers to use, stimulates bile secretion and is indicated for gallbladder problems, cholelithiasis.

How is it used:
Seeds as a decoction: simmer half a teaspoon of dried seeds in one and a half cups of water for 15-20 minutes. Drink 3 times a day. You can also grind them in a blender to break them up and then boil them for 5-10 minutes.
The seeds can also be eaten (if chewed well or ground in a blender)
Tincture: 1-2 ml of milk thistle tincture three times a day.

Special precautions:
It has not shown any side effects and can therefore be used by most people and pregnant women. It may have a mild, transient laxative effect.