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Artichoke Leaf Extract
500 mg, 180 vegetarian capsules
Item Catalog Number: 00919

Artichoke leaf extract is made from the long, serrated basal leaves of the plant, which contains the highest concentration of biologically active compounds. These compounds have demonstrated antioxidant action and the ability to maintain healthy digestion and liver function by promoting adequate bile flow.433-438

Bile serves as a major carrier of cholesterol and detoxified substances for excretion from the body.
The botanical extract in Artichoke Leaf Extract has been concentrated and standardized to ensure the highest quality, consistency, and biological activity.

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Supplement Facts

Serving Size 1 capsule

Servings Per Container 180

Amount Per Serving

Artichoke (Cynara scolymus) Extract Blend containing:

500 mg

Artichoke (Cynara scolymus) extract (leaf) standardized to 5% cynarin, chlorogenic acid, and other caffeic acid derivatives

 

Artichoke (Cynara scolymus) powder (leaf)

 

Other ingredients: hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate.

Contains corn. This product contains NO milk, egg, fish, peanuts, crustacean shellfish (lobster, crab, shrimp), soybeans, tree nuts, wheat, yeast, gluten, or rice. Contains NO artificial sweeteners, flavors, colors, or preservatives.

Dosage and Use

Take one capsule 1-3 times a day with meals, or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner.

Caution

If you have gallstones or a biliary tract obstruction, or if you are allergic to artichoke, do not use this product.

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