Artichoke

Scientific name:  Cynara scolymus
Synonyms:  cynara, globe artichoke

Part(s) used

Leaves

Principal constituents

Organic and bitter acids (cynaropicrin and derivatives), flavonoids and inulin

Recognized therapeutic effects

• Protects the liver and gall bladder
• Stimulates digestive secretions, particularly bile
• Relieves dyspepsia, indigestion and bloating

Traditional use

• None

Contraindications

• Gallstones
• Obstruction of the bile ducts
• Strong allergy to artichoke or allergy to plants of the sunflower family (ragweed, chrysanthemum, etc). In the case of other allergies, allergic symptoms may be exacerbated
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Drug interactions

• None documented

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