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Extreme Liver Support™ - Ingredient Rationale
A proprietary blend of artichoke (Cynara Floridanum) and sarsaparilla
(Smilax Aristolochiaefolia) that contains
the following naturally occurring bioflavonoids and polyphenols: silymarin, quercetin, catechin,
hesperidin, rutin, cynarin, and chlorogenic acid.
Bioflavonoids are a class of water-soluble plant pigments (colors) that have anti-inflammatory, antihistaminic
and anti-viral properties. Health professionals formulated The Extreme Liver Support™ formula specifically for
detoxifying the liver and gall bladder and supporting each of their functions.
Included Bioflavonoids
1. Silymarin
Numerous clinical studies have shown silymarin to be among the most powerful natural agents available for the prevention
and treatment of liver damage caused by exposure to human-made chemicals including alcohol induced liver degeneration
and cirrhosis.
2. Quercetin
Quercetin is a bioflavonoid with antioxidant effects. It is used for the prevention of atherosclerosis, hypercholesterolemia
(excess cholesterol in the blood), and coronary heart disease. It can inhibit carcinogenesis and reduce capillary
fragility. Quercetin is used extensively in the treatment of athletic injuries because it relieves pain and bruising
and acts synergistically with Vitamin C to protect and preserve the structure of capillaries. It also promotes
circulation, lowers cholesterol levels and treats and prevents cataracts. Quercetin fights cancer, diabetes, capillary
fragility, and arthritis; stabilizes membranes; protects against heart disease and allergies; normalizes blood
pressure; helps lowers cholesterol; and slows aging.
3. Catechin
Catechin, another naturally occurring flavonoid, is similar in effect to silymarin. Catechin is a powerful anti-oxidant
that helps prevent free radical oxidative damage to cells. It also helps in the treatment and prevention of alcohol
and chemical-induced liver disease or damage. Catechin is also valuable for its ability to neutralize intestinal
toxins and assist in the stabilization of cell membranes.
4. Hesperidin
Hesperidin has been shown to be useful in clinical trials as an analgesic and anti-inflammatory.
5. Rutin
An antioxidant bioflavonoid, free radical scavenger, and an iron-chelator. It is used as a vascular protector for
reducing capillary fragility, permeability, and bleeding; as a treatment for varicose vein symptoms; and as preventive
for stroke (the sudden rupture or clotting/blockage of a blood vessel to the brain). Some studies show that Rutin
offers protection from damage induced by asbestos, the cytotoxic effects of oxidized low-density lipoproteins (LDL),
and gastric injury from ethanol. It also offers some protection against DNA damage caused by hepatocarcinogens.
Rutin is used extensively in the treatment of athletic injuries because it relieves pain and bruises and acts synergistically
with Vitamin C to protect and preserve the structure of capillaries. It also promotes circulation, lowers cholesterol
levels, and treats and prevents cataracts.
6. Cynarin
Cynarin assists in the detoxification of the liver and gall bladder. It also supports the function of these two
important organs while and assists in their regeneration following damage. Cynarin stimulates the clearance of
bile from the liver, preventing congestion in the liver and thus diminishing the chances of liver damage.
7. Sarsaparilla
Sarsaparilla has been used in the treatment of the following conditions: gout, arthritis, digestive disorders,
skin diseases, and cancer. Sarsaparilla contains saponins, which are steroid-like agents that bind with toxins
in the digestive tract. Historically, sarsaparilla has been used as a 'blood purifier' and a general tonic for
diseases associated with increased endotoxin levels, including arthritis, intestinal ulcerative conditions, eczema,
and psoriasis.
The tonic effect of sarsaparilla is the result of its ability to stimulate the removal of accumulated waste products
from the cells, blood, and lymph. These actions tend to increase the health of the entire body and increase vitality,
thereby increasing energy and endurance.
8. Chlorogenic Acid (16%)
Chlorogenic Acid is a naturally occurring, water soluble, phenolic acid that is a potent anti-oxidant, carcinogenic
inhibitor and protector against lipid peroxidation and free radical mediated cell injury.
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