Liver Health + Milk Thistle contains a proprietary blend of key nutrients and herbs to support liver health. Liver Health + Milk Thistle includes a blend of N-acetyl cysteine (NAC); which acts as a building-block for antioxidants in the body; alpha-lipoic acid, selenium, and milk thistle designed to promote optimal liver function. This formula supports detoxification1, a healthy inflammatory response2, and normal liver function3. Selenium is added for antioxidant support4, recycling of other antioxidants, and support of a healthy immune system. **
1 Abdel-Zaher, A.O., Abdel-Hady, R.H., Mahmoud, M.M. The potential protective role of alpha-lipoic acid against acetaminophen-induced hepatic and renal damage. Toxicology. 2008 Jan 20;243(3): 261-270. PMID: 18068886.
2 Suzuki, Y.J., Aggarwal, B.B., Packer, L. Alpha-lipoic acid is a potent inhibitor of NFkappa B activation in human T cells. Biochem Biophys Res Commun. 1992 Dec 30;189(3): 1709-1715. PMID: 1482376.
3 Pradhan, S.C., Girish, C. Hepatoprotective herbal drug, silymarin from experimental pharmacology to clinical medicine. Indian J Med Res. 2006 Nov;124(5): 491- 504. PMID: 17213517.
4 Shilo, S., Pardo, M., Aharoni-Simon, M. Selenium supplementation increases liver MnSOD expression: molecular mechanism for hepato-protection. J Inorg Biochem. 2008 Jan;102(1): 110-118. PMID: 17804075.
** These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.