Blessed Thistle

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In Europe, Blessed Thistle gained a reputation as a cure all, and was even believed to have fought off the black plague.  The plant originated in southern Europe, but is now cultivated throughout the continent. The plant is praised for its medicinal powers in Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing" and was recommended in early herbal treatises as a remedy for migraine and other headaches. Blessed Thistle today is now considered very useful for digestive problems. The herb works by stimulating the production of saliva and digestive juices.

Blessed thistle is also used for female type problems including: painful menstruation and associated headache. The herb has been used by nursing mothers to improve the flow of milk, however this has not been scientifically established as of yet.

According to research on lab mice, all parts of the plant show an ability to combat tumors. The active ingredient cnicin, cools inflammation, fights bacteria, and helps to reduce fluid retention. Some reports indicate that cnicin has as much anti-inflammatory power as indomethacin.

Drug Interactions:  None reported

Blessed Thistle is also known as: 
Cardin, Cnicus benedictus, Holy Thistle, Spotted Thistle, St. Benedict Thistle

All information presented is not meant to diagnose, prescribe, or to administer to any
physical ailments. In all matters related to your health please contact a qualified, licensed practitioner.
All Information on  web page & pages linked to it are provided by GBS International training pack 1995/2002;  
Dr. Mark Crapo nutritional seminars;   The  Herb Encyclopedia  & Sara St.Louis RN, CIC, NP, MPA