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Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) is a plant that originates from the Mediterranean, but can also be found in other parts of the world where the climate is warm. It belongs to the daisy family or Asteraceae, which also includes other well-known plants such as sunflowers and daisies.
Futunatura's product is Organic Milk Thistle - seeds. Seeds are 100% natural and pure, without any additives. You can use them for:
Fiber is a type of carbohydrate found in plant foods and plays an extremely important role in human nutrition, as it is essential for promoting and regulating digestion. Milk thistle seeds are considered one of the better natural sources of fiber, as they contain 46 g per 100 g.
We also know milk thistle by names such as blessed milkthistle, Marian thistle, Mary thistle, Saint Mary's thistle, Mediterranean milk thistle, variegated thistle and Scotch thistle.We recognize it by its characteristic purple flowers and green leaves with white spots and lines.
Ancient Greeks and Romans wrote about milk thistle – Silybum marianum, the Latin name for milk thistle, is said to originate from a legend about the Virgin Mary, whose milk dripped onto the leaves during breastfeeding, giving them their characteristic pattern.
Recommended use: 1-2 teaspoons. Pour hot water over it and wait 5-10 minutes. Strain the tea if necessary and drink it while still warm.
You can also grind the seeds into powder and add them to yogurt, milk, oatmeal, smoothies ...
Average nutritional value | per 100 g |
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Energy value | 1602 kJ / 390 kcal |
Fat | 26 g |
- of which saturated fat | 5.2 g |
Carbohydrates | 80 g |
- of which sugars | < 0.5 g |
Fibre | 46 g |
Proteins | 16 g |
Salt | 0.02 g |
Values may vary due to natural ingredients.
Ingredients: 100% milk thistle seeds (Silybum marianum), from certified organic farming. Agriculture EU. Distribution controlled by SI-EKO-002.
Net quantity: 500 g
Warning: This product is not a substitute for a balanced and varied diet and a healthy lifestyle. Keep out of reach of children! Not suitable for children, pregnant women, and breastfeeding mothers. Due to natural ingredients, the color, smell, and taste of individual batches may vary. This does not affect the quality and effectiveness of the product. Close the packaging tightly after each use to prevent product contamination. Store in a cool, dry place, at a temperature of up to 20 °C, protected from light and moisture. Do not freeze.
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