The Protector
Liver Support from East to West
This plant-based blend of Eastern and Western standardized extracts and high-potency herbal concentrates helps stabilize, restore, and strengthen vital liver functions. In traditional practice and modern research, these ingredients have shown the ability to protect liver cells from damaging effects caused by chemical pollutants, toxins, alcohol, and disease. This invigorating and nourishing formula may also help cell functions in damaged tissues.
Ingredients
(*Pure concentrated extracts)
Milk Thistle* (Pure extract, 80–85% silymarin): The classic, worldwide liver herb. A liver protector, it counteracts the effects of chemicals and toxins. Its active compound, silymarin, can inhibit agents responsible for liver damage while stimulating the growth of new liver cells to replace damaged ones. It is quite beneficial for chronic liver problems and associated skin conditions. Milk Thistle’s long history as a liver restorative dates back to the Middle Ages.
Turmeric* (95% curcuminoids): A blood purifier and a true liver tonic and protector. Its curcuminoids help prevent lipid peroxidation, or rancidity, in the body’s circulatory system. The compound curcumin possesses the ability to protect the liver by detoxifying carcinogens. It decongests the liver and stimulates bile production to aid digestion and fat absorption.
Schisandra* (10:1 / 9% Schisandrins): A Chinese adaptogen known for the five major tastes of its fruit: sweet, sour, pungent, bitter, and salty; each taste corresponds to the five elemental phases of Oriental medicine. Well-known as a liver tonic, it balances liver deficiencies. It contains various lignans which have been found to prevent liver damage, stimulate liver repair, and support normal liver functioning.
Dandelion Root* (4:1): A blood purifier and liver tonic. It stimulates the liver to detoxify poisons and aids in the recovery from many kinds of liver disease. It has a high content of easily assimilable minerals and keeps the body’s electrolytes in balance.
Amla* (5:1): The premier blood purifier and rejuvenating tonic from India; it is the equivalent of the Chinese Schisandra. This rich, natural vitamin C source is considered one of the most effective herbs in Ayurvedic medicine. Its astringent nature favorably stimulates the liver and protects it from toxins.
Picrorhiza* (5% Kutkins): Himalayan herb, known for calming the liver by taking away excess heat and inflammation, therefore has a liver protective effect. It also has antibiotic effects: Inhibits various pathogenic bacteria and fungi. Due to its similar activity to Milk Thistle, Picrorhiza should become more popular in the future.
Artichoke* (10:1 / 5% Cynarin): A well-known vegetable with a cleansing (detoxifying) and healing effect on the liver and gall bladder. Cleanses the blood and stimulates the production of bile.
Chanca Piedra (Phyllanthus Amarus) (20:1): Contains antioxidants, lignans, and tannins. Improves liver health, alleviates pain, and promotes wound healing. It may help slow tumor growth and prevent the formation of kidney stones.
Eclipta* (10:1): A Chinese herb known for nourishing and cleansing the liver and kidneys. It is used for liver and kidney deficiency conditions. Cools the blood and can stop internal bleeding caused by excessive heat.
Bupleurum* (4:1): A Chinese herb known for its liver and spleen harmonizing properties. Relaxes a constrained liver and reduces constriction in the chest from inflammatory conditions. Contains a wide variety of essential fatty acids. Has an antibiotic effect. Used in the treatment of upper respiratory infections.
Rehmannia* (10:1 / 1% Ctalpol): A Chinese root known for its blood-purifying and revitalizing properties. An energy builder and harmonizer, it helps the body assimilate nutrients and eliminate waste that nourish the liver and kidneys. It also has a positive effect on the heart and circulatory system.
Burdock Root (10:1): A blood purifier and liver tonic. It neutralizes and eliminates poisons in the system and promotes kidney functioning. Best known for its beneficial effects on skin problems.
Spirulina (Organic): A complete protein containing the entire B complex of vitamins. Spirulina nourishes the liver. Rich in beta carotene, minerals, trace minerals, and essential fatty acids. Contains amino acids that can help reduce liver stress.
Additional Information
Size: 120 veggie caps, 800mg per capsule
Suggested Use: 2–4 capsules, 1–2 times daily (45 minutes after a meal) with plenty of water.
