Description:

COMMON NAMES:
Cnicus benedictus, Holy Thistle, St. Benedict's Thistle, Spotted Thistle, Cnicus benedictus, Cardo Santo, Cardo de San Benito, Cardo Manchado, Cardo Santo (Español), Benediktenkraut (Alemán), Chardon Béni (Francés), Cardo Santo de São Bento (Portugués), Cardo Benedetto (Italiano), Cardo Santo (Spanish), Benediktenkraut (German), Chardon Béni (French), Cardo Santo de São Bento (Portuguese), Cardo Benedetto (Italian)

BENEFITS OF BLESSED THISTLE:

• Often used to stimulate appetite and support digestion.
• Historical use as a diuretic and to promote lactation in nursing mothers.
• Some herbal preparations include it for its potential liver-strengthening properties.

• Digestive Health: Blessed thistle is often used to promote healthy digestion. It may stimulate appetite, aid in digestion, and help alleviate symptoms like bloating and indigestion.

• Liver Health: The herb is thought to support liver function and detoxification processes, helping the liver to process and eliminate toxins from the body.

• Appetite Stimulation: Traditionally, blessed thistle has been used as a tonic to stimulate appetite, particularly in individuals who have difficulty eating due to illness or lack of appetite.

• Anti-inflammatory Properties: Some research suggests that blessed thistle may have anti-inflammatory effects, which could be beneficial for reducing inflammation-related conditions.

• Menstrual Health: In traditional medicine, blessed thistle has been used to address menstrual discomfort and regulate menstrual cycles, though scientific evidence for these uses is limited.

• Immune Support: The herb is believed to have properties that support the immune system, helping the body to resist infections and illnesses.

• Cough Relief: Historically, blessed thistle has been used to relieve coughs and respiratory issues, though this use is less supported by modern scientific research.

• Antioxidant Effects: Blessed thistle may have antioxidant properties, helping to combat oxidative stress and protect cells from damage caused by free radicals.