{"product_id":"milk-thistle-leaf-1-oz","title":"Milk Thistle (Leaf) 1 oz.","description":"\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMilk Thistle Leaf Product Description\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"16\"\u003eSilybum marianum\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e Milk Thistle Leaf, Blessed Thistle Leaf, Mary’s Thistle Herb\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/b\u003e While the seeds of Milk Thistle are famous for their concentrated silymarin, the majestic spiny leaves of \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"119\"\u003eSilybum marianum\u003c\/i\u003e offer a gentler, wonderfully nourishing herbal tonic. Adorned with striking milky-white veins and guarded by soft-to-firm spines, Milk Thistle leaves carry a cooling, mildly bitter, and alterative energy. Traditionally enjoyed as a soothing infusion, the leaf acts as a gentle diuretic, lymphatic mover, and mild hepatic tonic that supports daily clearance, kidney function, and overall metabolic ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEnergetics:\u003c\/b\u003e Cool, Dry, Bitter, Alterative, Refreshing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Constituents:\u003c\/b\u003e While the leaves contain lower concentrations of the seed-specific silymarin flavonolignans, they are rich in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"128\"\u003ebitter principles\u003c\/b\u003e, bioflavonoids, mucilage, potassium salts, and trace minerals that support gentle fluid balance and digestive toning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTraditional Uses:\u003c\/b\u003e Milk Thistle Leaf provides a milder, more accessible constitutional tonic compared to the potent seed. It is traditionally used to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003eSupport gentle kidney and urinary tract function with a mild diuretic and cooling action\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003eEncourage lymphatic drainage and clear minor fluid stagnation or puffiness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003eAct as a gentle bitter tonic to stimulate digestion and support the body's natural eliminative pathways\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\"\u003eSupport nursing mothers as a traditional galactagogue (historically inspiring the name \"Blessed Milk Thistle\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePreparation:\u003c\/b\u003e Because the leaves are delicate compared to the hard, woody seeds, they extract easily in hot water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInfusion (Tea):\u003c\/b\u003e Steep 1 to 2 teaspoons of dried milk thistle leaf in a tightly covered cup of boiling water for 10 to 15 minutes. Strain and enjoy warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTincture:\u003c\/b\u003e A standard alcohol or glycerite extract of the fresh or dried leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eThis statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult with a qualified healthcare professional before use if you are pregnant, nursing, have a known allergy to the Asteraceae family, or are taking prescription medications.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Renaissance Farms","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62886875234463,"sku":null,"price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0301\/5216\/3460\/files\/milkthistle.webp?v=1791503965","url":"https:\/\/shop.renaissance-farms.com\/products\/milk-thistle-leaf-1-oz","provider":"Renaissance Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}