The artichoke has a long folk history in treating many liver diseases. Recent
evidence supports this longtime use. The active ingredient in artichoke
is cynarin. this compound is found in highest concentrations in the
leaves.
Cynara extract has demonstrated liver-protecting and regenerating effects, and promotes the outflow of bile from the liver to the gall-bladder. This is very important because if the bile is not being transported adequately to the gallbladder, the liver has an increased risk of being damaged.
