by Dot Martin

It is Milk Thistle.

It has nothing to do with cows. Unless they munch on it if it is in their pasture.

Dr. Janet Maccaro in her book Natural Health Remedies states:

“Milk Thistle

1. Potent liver protector and stimulant
2. Antioxidant
3. Protects adrenal glands and kidneys
4. Aids bowel disorders”

Milk Thistle is a liver detoxifier par excellence!!

I found Milk thistle after one of my dogs had his teeth cleaned. Toy dogs are notorious for having bad teeth and the small mouths and small jaws make it almost impossible to clean them adequately at home. So they have regular visits to keep their teeth and gums healthy. This also requires anesthesia. The day after a visit, one of our males developed a weakness in his hind legs and was wobbly. It was frightening to say the least. I contacted my Naturopathic Physician for advice. She recommended Milk Thistle to eliminate the toxins in the liver from the anesthesia..

I began giving the herb in some Nutrical and repeated several times during the day.  

By the 3rd day after the dental visit, he was normal and was none the worst for the experience. Now I use it for my animals and myself on a regular basis when the liver may be compromised.

Recently, my Niece went to her doctor due to some problems she was experiencing. She was told that the blood work that had been done showed that her liver was not functioning properly. There may be growths and problems that could possibly require a liver transplant. She was scheduled for an MRI - ASAP, which, as life would have it, was not for two weeks.
My Niece and her Mother were concerned and frightened. The only words they had heard for sure was “liver transplant”. No medication had been prescribed by the medical doctor.

I suggested that she get some Milk Thistle and use it until she had the MRI.  This time she took the suggestion and used it daily until the test was done. When the Doctor came in to give them the MRI findings, he said the liver was uneventful.  The liver transplant would not be necessary and no medication was prescribed on that visit. The only thing she had done was use Milk Thistle for two weeks.

Love your liver. It works hard for you. Try a little Milk Thistle some time. Your body will thank you.
 

Dot Martin: DFM1225@Att.net

Read other Articles by Dot Martin:

Soft Drinks and Water May 2005

The Rabies Fiasco - June 2006

Arnica is for Bruising - July 2006

The Non-Poisonous Flea Prevention - September 2006

The Herb That Loves US - October 2006

What is Homeopathy? - November 2006