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Why Is Milk Thistle Good for Liver Health?

Your liver is one of the hardest-working organs in your body. It processes toxins, metabolises nutrients, and supports nearly every other organ system. With today’s modern lifestyle, that’s filled with processed foods, alcohol, pollution, and stress; your liver can become overburdened. That’s where milk thistle, a natural herbal remedy, comes in.

Used for centuries in traditional medicine, milk thistle is now supported by scientific evidence for its liver-protective properties. At New Nordic, we’ve harnessed the power of milk thistle in our popular Active Liver™ tablets to provide natural and effective liver support.

What is Milk Thistle?

Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) is a flowering herb native to Mediterranean regions. The seeds of the plant contain a powerful antioxidant complex called silymarin, which is responsible for most of milk thistle’s health benefits.

Silymarin has been shown to:

  • Support liver cell regeneration
  • Protect liver cells from toxins
  • Fight oxidative stress
  • Promote bile production and digestion

Due to these actions, milk thistle is commonly used to support overall liver function, particularly in individuals exposed to toxins or those with liver-related issues.

The Science Behind Milk Thistle and Liver Health

  1. Liver Cell Protection
    Silymarin acts as an antioxidant, helping to reduce free radical damage in liver cells. This is particularly important for people exposed to alcohol, pollutants, medications, or high-fat diets; all of which can strain the liver.
  1. Detoxification Support
    The liver’s primary function is to filter toxins from the blood. Milk thistle supports this natural detoxification process, enabling the liver to remove harmful substances more efficiently.
  1. Anti-Inflammatory Effects
    Chronic inflammation can damage liver tissue over time. Studies have shown that silymarin can help reduce inflammation in the liver, promoting better long-term health.
  1. Regeneration of Liver Cells
    Research suggests that milk thistle may help regenerate liver cells, aiding in recovery from damage caused by toxins or disease. This regenerative effect is one of the reasons why milk thistle is often recommended in complementary treatments for liver disorders.
The yellow Active Liver package displayed with a tablet and milk thistle flowers.
A diagram of a human body highlighting the location of the liver.

Why Choose Active Liver™ by New Nordic

While milk thistle is a well-known herb, combining it with other carefully selected botanical ingredients can provide a convenient way to complement your daily wellness routine. That’s why New Nordic formulated Active Liver™ tablets; combining milk thistle with globe artichoke and turmeric.

Each tablet of Active Liver™ contains:

  • Milk Thistle Extract – Silybum marianum
  • Globe Artichoke Extract – Cynara scolymus
  • Turmeric Rhizome – Curcuma longa

This unique combination brings together three carefully selected botanical ingredients in one convenient daily supplement.

Who Can Benefit from Active Liver™?

You might consider adding Active Liver™ to your routine if you:

  • Regularly consume alcohol
  • Eat a high-fat or processed diet
  • Want to support your digestive well-being
  • Want to incorporate selected botanical extracts into your daily wellness routine

Active Liver™ offers a convenient, plant-based approach with a combination of milk thistle, globe artichoke and turmeric.

How to Take It

Simply take one tablet daily with a glass of water. Active Liver™ combines three botanical extracts in one convenient daily tablet, making it easy to incorporate into your daily routine.

Conclusion

Your liver plays a crucial role in your overall well-being, making a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle important for supporting your health. With Active Liver™ by New Nordic, you get a combination of milk thistle, globe artichoke and turmeric, all in one easy daily tablet. It’s a convenient way to incorporate these carefully selected botanical ingredients into your daily wellness routine.

The tablet is based on a herbal combination of milk thistle, globe artichoke and turmeric extracts.

MILK THISTLE | Supports normal liver function
GLOBE ARTICHOKE | Supports healthy digestion and normal liver function
TURMERIC | Helps support liver health and the body’s natural antioxidant defences