Artichoke and Milk Thistle

Artichoke and Milk Thistle has been formulated with extracts from the artichoke flower and milk thistle seed, to provide natural support to the liver and aid in healthy digestion. This supplement also serves as an antioxidant to provide overall support to the immune system.

Before using this supplement, please consult your veterinarian and/or our veterinary support team if the animal has been diagnosed with gall stones.

Artichoke & Milk Thistle is a potent herbal supplement formulated to support liver and digestive health.

Artichoke flower extract has three active constituents, cynarin, luteolin, and chlorogenic acid, that serve as a pre- and probiotic to aid in digestion, as an antioxidant to support the hepatic, biliary, and cardiovascular systems, and also as a diuretic for renal support.¹ Milk Thistle seed extract contains 80% silymarin. Silymarin also supports the function of the hepatic, biliary, and digestive systems, serves as an antioxidant to optimize immunity, and helps maintain normal glycemic control.²

Artichoke extract may cause gall bladder contractions. If patient has gall stones, please contact our veterinary support team for recommendations.

References:

¹Kuzla M, Adamska K, Senczuk-Przybylowska M, et al. Artichoke-herbal drug. Przegl. 2012; 69(10): 1122-6.

²Grizzle J, Hadley TL, Rotstein DS, et al. Effects of dietary milk thistle on blood parameters, liver pathology, and hepatobiliary scintigraphy in white carneaux pigeons (Columba livia) challenged with B1 aflatoxin. J Avian Med Surg. 2009; 23(2): 114-24.