Artichoke extract: As far back as the Greeks and Romans, (the 4th century) artichoke was used in aiding digestion. Then approaching the 16th century ( along with many discoveries of scientists and early Medical Doctors),  it was found to be beneficial for various liver problems and their symptoms. With these findings artichoke leaf extract was recognized for it's medicinal use.

It was not til the 20th century that it had gained acceptance in the pharmaceutical world.

The artichoke is grown in many European countries as well as South America. 

The entire plant is used for it's medicinal properties along with it's flower, but the most concentration is in the prickly leaves themselves.

Cynarin was to be discovered as one of the most active ingredient found in the artichoke leaf.

This ingredient was found to have great ability to protect any damaged cells from any furthur free radical damage.

So we have learned artichoke extract has great benefits for improving digestion but it also can help lower the LDL (cholesterol)

Ingredients: extract properties from the artichoke leaves, Magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide, gelatin, and titanium dioxide color.

All colors used are from natural sources. Contains no salt, yeast, sugar, wheat, gluten, dairy products, corn, soy, preservatives. or artificial flavoring.

Artichoke leaf extract side effects: None noted to date