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Artichoke
Extract

Moderate study situation·7/10
A higher score indicates better study conditions, but not necessarily effectiveness.

Artichoke extract is a herbal supplement traditionally used for digestive, cholesterol, and liver health support.

Digestion & Gut HealthLiver HealthCholesterol Management
dose range
960–1920 mg
2–3 divided doses with meals
Consumption
Take with meals to increase absorption and limit GI discomfort.
Not fat-soluble.
Best time
Best taken with first and second meals of the day to coincide with digestive stimulation.

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Description

Artichoke extract is derived from the leaves of Cynara scolymus and contains active compounds like cynarin and luteolin. It is most commonly taken to support digestion, lower cholesterol, and promote liver health.

benefits
Main effects with level of evidence
Moderate
Note on evidence

Moderate evidence supports artichoke extract for cholesterol management and digestive comfort; evidence for liver benefits is promising but less robust.

Supports digestive health and relieves mild indigestion

Moderate

Artichoke extract may reduce symptoms of functional dyspepsia, such as bloating and discomfort, through promoting bile production and gut motility.

Particularly relevant for: Individuals with indigestion · Adults with mild digestive complaints
S3 · Bundy R et al. Artichoke leaf extract for functional dyspepsiaS5 · Examine.com: Artichoke

Helps lower total and LDL cholesterol

Moderate

Supplementation can modestly reduce total and LDL cholesterol, presumably by inhibiting cholesterol synthesis and increasing bile excretion.

Particularly relevant for: Adults with borderline high cholesterol
S2 · Lamon-Fava S et al. Meta-analysis of artichoke extract and cholesterolS6 · Clinical Nutrition Research: Artichoke extract and metabolic syndromeS5 · Examine.com: Artichoke

Promotes liver health in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)

Limited

In small clinical trials, artichoke extract improved liver function markers in patients with NAFLD.

Particularly relevant for: People with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)
S4 · Soleimani D et al. Artichoke for NAFLD: Clinical trialS7 · NIH LiverTox: Artichoke

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