Holy Thistle Herb Cut 75g
Holy Thistle Herb Cut 75g (Cnicus benedictus) from Pharma Germania is a premium dried herb traditionally used for digestive support and general wellbeing.
R66.00
Pharma Germania Natural Products Holy Thistle Herb Cut contains dried Cnicus benedictus, commonly known as Holy Thistle or Blessed Thistle.
Holy Thistle is a traditional European bitter digestive herb. Its bitter constituents have historically been used to support appetite and normal digestive processes, particularly when taken as part of traditional bitter herbal preparations.
The herb contains characteristic bitter sesquiterpene lactones, including cnicin, together with flavonoids, polyphenols and other naturally occurring plant compounds.
Holy Thistle also has a history of traditional use as a galactagogue to support breast-milk production. Evidence supporting this application is limited, however, and medicinal use while breastfeeding should be discussed with an appropriately qualified healthcare practitioner.
Holy Thistle should not be confused with Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum). They are different plants with different traditional applications and phytochemical profiles.
Key Benefits
- Traditional bitter digestive herb
- Supports normal digestive function
- Traditionally used to support appetite
- Supports normal digestive secretions
- Traditionally used as a digestive tonic
- Naturally contains the bitter compound cnicin
- Traditional European herbal botanical
- Traditionally used for lactation support
- Suitable for traditional bitter preparations
- Dried cut-herb format
- 75g pack
Why Choose Pharma Germania Holy Thistle Herb Cut?
Holy Thistle is particularly valued for its intensely bitter character, making it a traditional choice for digestive and appetite-focused herbal preparations.
One of its characteristic constituents is cnicin, a bitter sesquiterpene lactone that contributes substantially to the herb’s taste and traditional digestive applications.
Holy Thistle has also traditionally been included in breastfeeding preparations intended to support lactation. However, traditional use does not establish its effectiveness for low milk supply, and it should not replace appropriate assessment where breastfeeding difficulties are present.
Key Ingredient
Holy Thistle (Cnicus benedictus)
Cnicus benedictus, also known as Blessed Thistle, belongs to the Asteraceae family.
Naturally occurring constituents include:
- Cnicin
- Other sesquiterpene lactones
- Flavonoids
- Polyphenols
- Tannins
- Other naturally occurring phytochemicals
Traditional herbal applications include:
- Appetite support
- Bitter digestive support
- Normal digestive secretions
- Digestive wellness
- Traditional digestive tonic preparations
- Traditional lactation support
These applications reflect traditional herbal use and do not establish Holy Thistle as a treatment for digestive disease or insufficient breast-milk production.
Ingredients
- Holy Thistle Herb Cut (Cnicus benedictus)
Directions for Use
Prepare according to the directions on the current Pharma Germania Natural Products packaging or as directed by an appropriately qualified healthcare practitioner.
As exact preparation quantities and frequency have not been supplied for this product, a medicinal dosage should not be inferred.
Suitable For
- Traditional digestive support
- Appetite support
- Bitter herbal preparations
- Digestive wellness
- Traditional lactation support under professional guidance
- Traditional herbal preparations
Warnings & Precautions
Do not use medicinally during pregnancy. Holy Thistle has traditionally been associated with uterine-stimulating effects.
Although Holy Thistle has traditionally been used as a galactagogue, evidence regarding its effectiveness and safety for breastfeeding and milk-supply support is limited. Seek professional guidance before using medicinal amounts while breastfeeding.
Holy Thistle belongs to the Asteraceae family. Avoid use if you have a known allergy to related plants such as ragweed, chrysanthemums, daisies or marigolds.
Large amounts may cause nausea, vomiting or gastrointestinal irritation due to the herb’s intensely bitter constituents.
Seek medical advice for persistent loss of appetite, unexplained weight loss, significant abdominal pain or ongoing digestive symptoms.
Breastfeeding difficulties or concerns about inadequate milk supply should be appropriately assessed, particularly where an infant’s feeding or weight gain is affected.
Keep out of reach of children.
Product Information
- Brand: Pharma Germania Natural Products
- Product: Holy Thistle Herb Cut
- Botanical Name: Cnicus benedictus
- Common Names: Holy Thistle, Blessed Thistle
- Plant Part: Herb / Aerial Parts
- Pack Size: 75g
- Form: Dried Cut Herb
- Preparation: Traditional Herbal Preparation
- Primary Focus: Digestive, Appetite & Traditional Lactation Support
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture.
Keep the packaging tightly closed between uses and out of reach of children.
