Salus Artichoke juice - Organically Grown

Description Details This juice is pressed from fresh artichoke buds. The artichoke comes from the same family as the thistle. This is why they look so similar. In traditional European herbal medicine, the artichoke and the thistle were used for the same conditions. The thistle, however, is known as the best herb for liver problems. The artichoke is considered nearly as beneficial. Benefits of the Artichoke 1 - Liver Problems - The antioxidant benefits of the artichoke help to regenerate liver cells. During the 19th century, U.S. physicians encouraged the use of artichokes for liver diseases (and as an aphrodisiac). For centuries, artichoke juice was consumed in France as a traditional liver tonic. 2 - High Cholesterol - In juice or extract form, studies have shown artichoke to help lower cholesterol. This, in turn, reduces the risk of heart attack. An Italian study showed that a daily cup of artichoke juice not only lowered cholesterol, but also reduced deposits that narrowed the a