Milk thistle - for a healthy prostate and its protection

Milk thistle - for a healthy prostate and its protection

Many older men think that prostate problems come with age. It deals with one of those things that "just happens" and as common as prostate concerns are in aging men, it's no wonder many have simply accepted it as their fate. This does not necessarily have to be the case. There are some herbs, including saw palmetto and nettle, that are known to support prostate health. Research has also shown that milk thistle has powerful flavonoids that promote prostate health and hormonal balance in men. Even better, recent research has found that milk thistle's effects go beyond supporting the prostate and may also be beneficial for liver and gallbladder function, especially for men.

What are the active ingredients in milk thistle? They are flavonoids. The flavonoids in milk thistle are commonly referred to as silymarin. In fact, “silymarin” and “milk thistle” are often used interchangeably. The primary compound in silymarin that has received much attention recently is known as silibinin, and studies conducted on isolated silibinin have shown that it provides protective effects for the prostate. ((link removed))

Milk thistle: Prostate protection

Research has shown that silibinin controls protein development to ensure that prostate cells function properly as humans age. Additional compounds known as flavolignons have also been identified as powerful prostate protectants. These flavolignones combined with the potency of silibinin have led researchers to take note of milk thistle's powerful one-two punch and its effects on prostate health. ((Link removed), (Link removed))

Milk thistle for hormone support

Research into milk thistle's effectiveness in protecting prostate health has led to additional use for men's health, and researchers have also observed rejuvenated sex hormone levels, including testosterone. While more research is needed to determine with certainty the specific impact of milk thistle on a man's hormone levels, research currently suggests that the active ingredients in milk thistle may directly influence male sex hormone levels. This is fantastic news for men who are currently experiencing the symptoms of andropause. ((link removed))

Good liver function for good health

Proper liver function is an essential part of health. In my estimation, the liver is at the top of the list of the most important organs in your body… and milk thistle has been observed to be an effective liver protectant. It does this by promoting the constant regeneration of liver cells. This prevents the buildup of toxins by allowing a constant stream of toxin removal. ((link removed))

The human body produces a powerful antioxidant known as glutathione. Some consider it to be the super antioxidant and one of its main roles is the removal of toxins. No wonder the majority of glutathione is produced in the liver. When the liver produces glutathione normally, health and longevity are supported. However, without glutathione production, a man may age faster or suffer from age-related health problems and degenerative diseases at a much higher rate. ((link removed))

Supplement with milk thistle

As supportive as milk thistle is for liver function and prostate health, it has another added bonus – no side effects. This makes it a practical and necessary addition, especially in today's highly polluted and toxic environment. The benefits that milk thistle offers make it a good daily supplement for men.