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Blessed Thistle
Blessed Thistle

BLESSED THISTLE
Cnicus benedictus
Liquid extract of dried flowering herb.

Actions: Digestive bitter that tonifies stomach. When taken hot, it is diaphoretic and promotes menstrual flow. Galactagogue.

Uses: Loss of appetite, atonic dyspepsia and poor digestion (especially fats); sluggish liver. Suppressed menses due to colds or chill. Beginning of fevers and inflammations.

Dose: Take 30 to 40 drops, 2 to 4 times per day. To enhance appetite and digestion take 15 minutes before meals.

Cautions: Larger doses may cause nausea.


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