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blessed thistle |
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thistle /this·tle/ (this´l) any of a number of weedy plants of the family Compositae, having spiny leaves and flower heads surrounded by spiny bracts. blessed thistle the thistlelike herb Cnicus benedictus, or its dried flowers, leaves, and upper stems; used for dyspepsia and loss of appetite; used also in folk medicine for fever and colds and as a diuretic. milk thistle the thistle, Silybum marianum, or its dried ripe fruit; used for loss of appetite and for supportive treatment in gallbladder and liver disorders. blessed thistle, an annual herb found in Europe and Asia. uses This herb is used for loss of appetite, indigestion, and intestinal gas. It is probably safe when used as recommended, but evidence of effectiveness is lacking. contraindications Blessed thistle should not be used during pregnancy, in children, or in those with known hypersensitivity to the herb. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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