The use of the artichoke in herbalism was described for the first time in the 4th century BC There is evidence of its use since the days of the Egyptian civilization for nutritional and therapeutic purposes. This plant belongs to the Asteraceace family, which also includes Milk Thistle. Also known as globe artichoke, this plant produces large purple and green flowers and is unlike the Jerusalem artichoke, an edible root vegetable. Traditionally, artichoke extract has been used to relieve discomfort experienced by some people after meals. It is the artichoke leaves that contain the active components, the most important being cynarin. Cynarin and artichoke flavonoids, including luteolin, are powerful antioxidants that represent the main benefits of artichokes. Artichoke extract standardized to 5% cynarin, which provides a relevant amount of 16 mg of cynarin per tablet. How to use: Take 1 to 2 tablets with a meal. Alternatively, 2 tablets can be taken before a fatty meal to aid digestive ease. Do not exceed the expressly recommended daily dose. With a container you have for: 180 days max.