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Liver Detoxification
DESCRIPTION
Livdetox tablets, provided by Douglas
Laboratories, contain several nutrient and
herbal
ingredients shown to maintain liver structure
and
function in response to environmental toxins.
FUNCTIONS
Livdetox contains several dietary constituents
that
have been shown to support against various toxic
environmental stresses that affect the function
and
structure of the liver.
Choline, betaine, and methionine are involved in
methyl group metabolism, which is essential for
normal liver function. Choline, as an integral
component of lecithin (phosphatidylcholine), is
used
for synthesis and maintenance of normal cell
membranes. Choline deficiency results in steep
increases in serum enzyme markers of liver
injury.
Animals deficient in choline and inositol have
an
excess liver accumulation of fat. Inositol and
choline
supplementation of animals prone to fatty livers
prevents this liver dysfunction.
Taraxacum (dandelion) has been traditionally
used as
a detoxifying herb working principally on the
liver
and gallbladder. This herb is thought to
stimulate the
elimination of toxins and is one of the
strongest
cholagogues and choleretics known.
Silybum marianum, milk thistle, is rich in
flavonoids
known collectively as silymarin. Silymarin has
also
been shown to support healthy liver function
under a
variety of environmental stress factors such as
alcohol consumption and exposure to pollutants
and
other potentially harmful substances. Silymarin
compounds are known for their antioxidant
activities
preventing damaging lipid peroxidation by
excessive
free radical levels.
Cynara scolymus (artichoke) has been used
medicinally for centuries. Similar to milk
thistle, it is
beneficial to the liver as it protects it
against
environmental and infection-generated toxins.
Extracts of artichoke can stimulate the flow of
bile
from the liver and prevent cholestasis. It also
can
protect liver cells from oxidative damage.
Cynara’s
usefulness in liver support is thought to be due
to its
content of caffeoylquinic acids, e.g. cynarin,
and
flavonoids.
Curcumin has been demonstrated to be a potent
antioxidant, and may also provide important
support
for healthy liver function.
INDICATIONS
Livdetox may be a useful dietary supplement for
individuals who wish to maintain the structure
and
function of a healthy liver.
FORMULA (#7600)
Three Tablets Contain:
Choline Bitartrate
.....................................1,500 mg
L-Methionine
.................................................15
mg
Inositol.........................................................150
mg
Betaine HCl
...................................................75
mg
Lecithin (Soya) Granulars..............................75
mg
Niacin
............................................................10
mg
Taraxacum
.....................................................50
mg
Curcumin
.......................................................50
mg
Silybum marianum.........................................50
mg
Cynara............................................................50
mg
SUGGESTED USE
Adults take 3 tablets daily or as directed by
physician.
SIDE EFFECTS
No adverse effects have been reported.
STORAGE
Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct
light.
Keep out of reach of children. |
