Artichoke Leaf Extract

Product Description

Artichoke Leaf Extract is derived from artichokes (Cynara scolymus). This plant belongs to the daisy family and is native to areas such as southern Europe and northern Africa.

Artichokes are a delicious accompaniment to many dishes, and its leaves have been traditionally used to treat ailments like jaundice, acid reflux, and various liver disorders. Research studies are showing that artichoke may have another niche: lowering cholesterol.

Product Specifications

Artichoke Leaf Extract （Cynara scolymus）5:1,10:1, 2.5%, 5.0%

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Function

1. They’re full of nutrients.

As Kirchherr mentions above, these little veggies are chock-full of important nutrients, like vitamin C, vitamin A, and iron, “as well as potassium and s,” she says.

2. They contain a ton of protein.

In addition to its wide nutrition profile,”artichoke leaf extract offer more protein than many other vegetables at 3.5 grams per serving,” says Kris Sollid, R.D., senior director of nutrition communications at the International Food Information Council Foundation. Bonus: Research from the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that those who consume a higher ratio of plant-based protein to animal-derived protein have a reduced risk of coronary heart disease.

3. They’re high in fiber.

It’s no secret that fiber helps move your digestion along and keeps you feeling full, but it also offers more long-term benefits like a lower risk of heart disease. According to Sollid, a half cup of artichokes contains about seven grams of fiber, or more than a quarter of the amount recommended for women and nearly a fifth of the amount recommended for men. “Americans only eat about half the amount of fiber that’s recommended per day,” he says, so a serving of artichoke is certainly a step in the right direction.

4. They can strengthen your gut.

Artichokes are full of inulin, according to Sollid, which is a “unique form of fiber known to help prevent gastrointestinal issues like constipation, enhance the absorption of minerals like calcium, and bolster your immune system.”

According to a study from the British Journal of Nutrition, inulin also works as a prebiotic, which helps your body maintain a healthy gut.

5. They may boost your immune system.

Orange juice isn’t the only thing that’ll help keep you from contracting your co-worker’s cold. In fact, the Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry ranked artichokes high up on the list of immune-boosting, -rich foods.

6. They’re high in polyphenols.

Speaking of a healthy immune system, Pinnavaia says that artichokes are naturally high in polyphenols, which can repair damaged cells that impair your immune function.

Polyphenols are a group of phytochemicals found largely in plant foods that foods that contribute to their color, says Kirchherr. And research from the Journal of Cell Physiology found that they help protect against disease.

7. They can help treat allergies.

According to Pinnavaia, a diet rich in vegetables, like artichoke leaf extract, has the potential to suppress inflammation. Sollid says artichokes are an excellent source of folate, which is a B vitamin that researchers have found to be potentially beneficial in reducing inflammation that causes allergies and asthma. It’s also important during pregnancy.

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