SAFE
Blessed Thistle
Cnicus benedictus standardised
Likely Safe
V1 Verified
Digestive Herbs
PubMed Studies
480
About
Blessed thistle contains cnicin with bitter, stomachic, choleretic, and antibacterial effects. Commission E approved for appetite and dyspepsia.
How it works (mechanism of action)
Acts on cellular signalling pathways relevant to the documented clinical indications. Contains bioactive compounds with enzyme-modulating, receptor-binding, or antioxidant properties studied in peer-reviewed literature.
📊 Effectiveness
Digestive support and appetite
Evidence Grade B · 8 studies · n=680
Evidence grades: A=Strong RCT evidence · B=Good clinical trials · C=Limited trials · D=Preliminary/traditional
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
Allergy to Asteraceae. Pregnancy: avoid (large doses uterotonic).
🏷️ Other Names
Cnicus benedictus standardised