Artichoke Extract.Artichoke leaf Extract.Cynarin 2%.M.F.C25H24O12.CAS No.4350-09-8.4:1,10:1,20:1.Cynara scolymus.ALE.Artichoke thistle extract.


Artichoke leaf extract use for serum cholesterol reduction
Botanical Source:Cynara scolymus
Common Names&Synonyms:Cynarae folium, Artichoke thistle [Cynara cardunculus L.],cardoon, wild or desert artichoke,


Main Actions and Suggested health benefits of artichoke:

Main Actions (in order): liver and gallbladder bile stimulant, hepatoprotective (liver protector), antihepatotoxic (liver detoxifier), hypocholesterolemic (lowers cholesterol)
Main Uses: for gallstones and as a liver and gallbladder bile stimulant;for high cholesterol;for digestive disorders;for irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn''''''''''''''''s disease, and other bowel problems;to support liver function.
Suggested health benefits of artichoke:
High Cholestoral: Lowers LDL or bad cholesterol and increases HDL or good cholesterol. Artichoke leaf has been shown to lower cholesterol. One study showed a decrease in total cholesterol of 18.5% and LDL cholesterol by 23%. It had actually gained widespread use in the 1950''''''''''''''''s and 60''''''''''''''''s before the advent of "statin" drugs. It is thought to interfere with cholesterol synthesis. A substance it contains called luteolin may play a role in it cholesterol lowering abilities.
Reduces triglycerides, total serum cholesterol
Has diuretic properties - useful in kidney disease
Increases bile flow and lover function - used in connection with cirrhosis
Helps abdominal pain, heartburn, bloating
Relieves constipation, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting
Properties/Actions Documented by Research: antihepatotoxic (clears toxins in liver), antioxidant, liver and gallbladder bile stimulator, hepatoprotective (liver protector), hepatotonic (tones, balances, strengthens the liver), hypocholesterolemic (lowers cholesterol)
Other Properties Actions Documented by Traditional Use:astringent, blood cleanser, cardiotonic (tones, balances, strengthens the heart), detoxifier, digestive stimulant, diuretic, hypotensive (lowers blood pressure), stimulant, tonic (tones, balances, strengthens)


What is Artichoke Leaf Extract?

Artichoke leaf extract is made from the long, serrated basal leaves of the plant in which is found the highest concentration of biologically active compounds. These compounds have demonstrated antioxidant action and the ability to maintain healthy digestion and liver function by promoting adequate bile flow.204-209* Bile serves as a major carrier of cholesterol and detoxified substances for excretion from the body.
The artichoke leaf extract is made from the long, deeply serrated basal leaves of the artichoke plant. This part is chosen for medicinal use, because the concentration of the biologically active compounds is higher here than in the rest of the plant. The most active of these compounds have been discovered to be the flavonoids and caffeoylquinic acids. These substances belong to the polyphenol group and include chlorogenic acid, caffeoylquinic acid derivatives (cynarin is one of them), luteolin, scolymoside and cynaroside.
Cynarin was the first constituent of the extract to be isolated in 1934. Interestingly, it is found only in trace amounts in the fresh leaves, but is formed by natural chemical changes that take place during drying and extraction of the plant material. Cynarin was originally believed to be the one active component of the extract. Today the whole complex of compounds is considered important, since it has not yet been completely clarified which component is responsible for each effect. It is claimed that neither cynarin alone nor fresh plant material achieves the potency of the dried total extract. (Kirchhoff et al., 1994).
Chlorogenic acid, another major component of the artichoke leaf extract, has recently become known as a powerful antioxidant with exciting potential in many applications. Laboratory investigations are ongoing all over the world with promising findings for future clinical application in areas such as HIV, cancer and diabetes.
Most of the modern research on artichoke has been done with the German artichoke extract Hepar SL forte, standardized to contain 3% caffeylquinic acids. A new, even more potent extract, standardized at 15% caffeoylquinic acids-calculated as chlorogenic acid-is now available on the American market.
Where it comes from:
Artichoke leaf extract is made from the external, serrated leaves of the artichoke plant; these have been shown to contain the highest concentration of biologically active compounds. These compounds include flavonoids, caffeoylquinic acids, caffeoylquinic acid derivatives, luteolin, scolymoside, cynaroside, chlorogenic acid (a powerful antioxidant) and cynarin. Because it was the first to be isolated ¡ª as early as the mid-1930s -- cynarin was once thought to be the main active compound in artichoke leaves. Now, it is believed that the full range of constituents is responsible for the healing benefits of artichoke leaf extract.
Interestingly, cynarin appears only in trace amounts in the fresh leaf During the extraction and drying process, chemical changes occur that transform certain compounds into cynarin. Additionally, fresh artichoke leaves do not appear to have the same potency as the dried extract.


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Product Specifications and Supplying Conditions:

Description: Artichoke leaf Extract.
Plant Part Used: Dry Leaves of Cynara scolymus.
Concentration: 4:1. 10:1. 20:1. Cynarin 2% HPLC.C25H24O12.CAS No.4350-09-8
Serie Code: P-063
Expiration Date: 18~24Months in Good Condition
Storage Stock: Bulk in Stock
Pricing Terms: C&F;CIF;DDU;DDP.
Delivery Arrange: Soonest on the Day Confirmed

Appearance Showing: light yellow to rice yellow Fine Crystal Powder
Extracts State: Fine Crystal Powder
Mesh Size: 100% Pass 80 Mesh Screen
Color: light yellow to rice yellow
Odor and Smell: Characteristics
Taste Sense: Characteristic sweet sour
Bulk Density: 0.45~0.46g/ml.


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