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What does it help with
- Cholesterol reduction and liver protection
- Liver detoxification, gallbladder
- Digestive problems
- Blood circulation support
Active compounds
Cynarin, silymarin, flavonoids, bitter compounds.
Cynarin (1,3-dicaffeoylquinic acid) stimulates bile production and liver regeneration.
How and when to harvest
Harvest periodsummer
Plant partsleaves before flowering
Dryingshade, 35–40 °C
Shelf life1 year
Preparation methods
TeaTinctureCapsulesExtract
Pro tip: Artichoke extract is better than the whole plant — standardised cynarin has predictable effects.
Recipes
1 Artichoke tea ▾
2 teaspoons dried leaves pour 300 ml water, boil 10 min. Drink 2× a day after meals.
2 Tincture (homemade) ▾
Fill a jar 2/3 with dried herb, pour in 40% vodka or spirit. Seal and leave for 4 weeks in a dark place — shake daily. Strain through gauze into a dark bottle. Dose: 20–30 drops in a little water 2–3× a day.
3 Homemade capsules (dried powder) ▾
Dry the herb at 40 °C until completely dried. Grind in a coffee grinder to fine powder. Fill empty capsules (available at pharmacies) — approx. 500 mg per capsule. Store in a dark vessel. Dose: 1–2 capsules 2× a day with water.
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