Liver detoxification.
DESCRIPTION
Livdetoxâ„¢ tablets, provided by Douglas Laboratories, contain several nutrient and herbal ingredients shown to maintain liver structure and function in response to environmental toxins.
FUNCTIONS
Livdetoxâ„¢ contains several dietary constituents that have been shown to support against various toxic environmental stresses that affect the function and structure of the liver.
Choline, betaine, and methionine are involved in methyl group metabolism, which is essential for
normal liver function. Choline, as an integral component of lecithin (phosphatidylcholine), is used
for synthesis and maintenance of normal cell membranes. Choline deficiency results in steep
increases in serum enzyme markers of liver injury. Animals deficient in choline and inositol have an excess liver accumulation of fat. Inositol and choline supplementation of animals prone to fatty livers prevents this liver dysfunction. Taraxacum (dandelion) has been traditionally used as
a detoxifying herb working principally on the liver and gallbladder. This herb stimulates elimination of toxins that may result from infection or pollution and is one of the strongest cholagogues and choleretics known. Silybum marianum, milk thistle, is rich in flavonoids known collectively as silymarin. Silymarin has also been shown to support healthy liver function under a
variety of environmental stress factors such as alcohol consumption and exposure to pollutants and other potentially harmful substances. Silymarin compounds are known for their antioxidant activities preventing damaging lipid peroxidation by excessive free radical levels. Cynara scolymus (artichoke) has been used medicinally for centuries. Similar to milk thistle it is beneficial to the liver as it protects it against environmental and infection-generated toxins. Extracts of artichoke can stimulate the flow of bile from the liver and prevent cholestasis. It also can protect liver cells from oxidative damage. Cynara's effectiveness in treating hepato-biliary dysfunction is thought to be due to its content of caffeoylquinic acids, e.g. cynarin, and flavonoids. Curcumin has been demonstrated to be a potent chemopreventive compound against chemical induced hepatocarcinogenesis, as well as liver injury from toxins such as carbon tetrachloride.
INDICATIONS
Livdetoxâ„¢ may be a useful dietary supplement for individuals who wish to maintain the structure and function of a healthy liver.
FORMULA
Three Tablets Contain:
Choline Bitartrate 1,500 mg
L-Methionine 15 mg
Inositol 150 mg
Betaine HCl 75 mg
Lecithin (Soya) Granulars 75 mg
Niacin 10 mg
Taraxacum 50 mg
Curcumin 50 mg
Silybum marianum 50 mg
Cynara 50 mg
SUGGESTED USE
Adults take 3 tablets daily or as directed by physician.
SIDE EFFECTS
No adverse effects have been reported.
HOW SUPPLIED
Supplied in bottles of 120 tablets.
STORAGE
Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct light. Keep out of reach of children.
