BioForce A.Vogel Artichoke (Cynara)

Artichoke (Cynara scolymus), extract made with freshly harvested cynara.

Artichoke (Cynara scolymus) is probably best known for its edible ‘heart’ - the mass of immature florets in the centre of the bud that is called the choke or beard.

Cynara can still be found in the wild in some parts of the world such as North Africa. From around the 9th Century cynara was cultivated in Naples and can now be found in many other parts of the world. In the 16th Century, the Dutch introduced cynara to the English who gave it the name artichoke. Nowadays the cultivation of cynara is concentrated mainly in countries round the Mediterranean. 

• Made from freshly harvested Cynara scolymus (Globe Artichoke) leaves
• Organically grown
• Botanical food supplement

As well as being an enjoyable food, artichoke can also by made into a tea or a herbal tincture. The Italians took one step further and use it as the primary flavour of a tasty liqueur! 

Apart from cynaropicrin which stimulates liver function through its bitterness, artichokes contain another valuable substance known as cynarin. This has very specific properties, protecting and enhancing liver function in a way similar to silymarin which is found in Milk Thistle. Artichokes also contain a group of compounds known as phenolic acids which have the ability to reduce blood cholesterol and lipid levels through their action on the liver.

Adults: 20 drops 2 to 3 times daily in a little water.
Maintenance: 20 drops 1 to 2 times daily, in a little water.
Children: This product is not recommended for children.

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Tincture of organically grown fresh Cynara scolymus (Globe Artichoke) leaves, extracted in alcohol (66%V/V).

Do not exceed stated recommended daily dose.
Please seek medical advice if pregnant. Do not take if breastfeeding. Medical advice should be sought with acute and severe liver complaints such ad hepatitis and bilary tract occlusion.
Keep out of reach and sight of children.