Cynara scolymus

Cynara Scolymus (Artichoke)

Used in Herbal Medicine to help relieve digestive disturbances, such as dyspepsia and to help increase bile flow (choleretic).

Caution and warnings: Consult a health care practitioner if symptoms persist, or worsen, or if you have gallstones.  Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant.

Do not use if you are allergic to plants of the Asteraceae/Compositae/Daisy family. Do not use if you have a bile duct obstruction.

Hypersensitivity (e.g. allergy) has been known to occur; in which case, discontinue use.

Can be found in the following preparations of The Root of Life :

Black Radish Artichoke Boldo