IBS New Solution: Is Artichoke A New IBS Solution?

In this article, ‘IBS New Solution: Is Artichoke A New IBS Solution?’, you will discover:

What is artichoke?Why artichoke is called ‘The IBS New Solution’?How much artichoke do you need to take as a solution for IBS?
What Is Artichoke?

Artichoke is a large thistle like perennial herb which is native to the Mediterranean areas of southern Europe and Northern Africa and also the Canary Islands.

It is mainly the leaves which are used for their medicinal properties but the root and also the immature flower heads also have beneficial health properties.

The leaves contain beneficial properties such as:

CynarinCynaropicrinCynarosideDicaffeoylquinic acid3-caffeoylquinic acidScolymosideLutelin

Apart from improving IBS symptoms such as wind, bloating, abdominal pain, indigestion and constipation, artichoke can also:

Increases bile secretionProtects liver cells from toxinsProtects against atherosclerosisLowers blood cholesterol levelsStimulates appetiteProtects against the negative effects of alcoholAct as a mild diuretic

Artichoke can also help to reduce the symptoms of the following health conditions:

High Cholesterol
Indigestion

Why Artichoke Is Called ‘The IBS New Solution’?

Cynara artichoke supplements are being referred to as ‘The IBS New Solution’ because recent trials have shown that artichoke extracts can reduce the symptoms associated with irritable bowel syndrome by up to 71% within a 10 day period.

How Much Artichoke Do You Need To Take As A Solution For IBS?

As an IBS solution, try taking 300 mg of standardized leaf extract, 3 times per day with a meal or 2g of dried leaves, 3 times per day.

Warning: as with all supplements, please consult your doctor before taking artichoke extract supplements.

At the stated dose there are no side effects of artichoke but some people are allergic to artichoke.

Do not take artichoke if there is obstruction of bile ducts or jaundice.

Do not take artichoke if you are suffering from gallstones.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding consult your doctor before taking artichoke supplements.

So, to sum up…

Artichoke is a large thistle like perennial herb whose leaves are used for their medicinal properties.

Cynara artichoke supplements are being referred to as ‘The IBS New Solution’ because trials have shown that IBS symptoms can be reduced by up to 71% by taking artichoke extract supplements.

Stewart Hare C.H.Ed Dip NutTh

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