High Quality Antioxidant Supplement That May Aid Digestion And Provide Other Benefits And Also Gives Me No Adverse Side Effects
We steam globe artichokes once or twice a week, and I love them as they are low in calories and high in antioxidants and nutrients. They also really agree with my stomach and seem to aid my digestion. But they aren't the most convenient food to eat daily, so I decided to give Nature's Bounty Artichoke supplement a try as artichokes are known for being antioxidant rich and for being good for digestion. The dose is one capsule once or twice a day, preferably with a meal. I take a number of supplements, so I'm taking just one a day. I find these capsules digest easily, and I've had no allergic reaction or adverse effects. I don't get any burp-up icky taste like I get with some vitamins and supplements.<br /><br />The bottle contains 100 capsules (3-month supply for me) each with 350 mg of Artichoke Extract (standardized to contain 2.2 % Cynarin, 7.7 mg). The capsules also contains rice flour, gelatin and less than 2% Silica and Vegetable Magnesium Stearate. This product is free of milk, lactose, soy, wheat, sugar, fish, sodium, yeast, gluten and preservatives, and have no artificial color, flavor or sweetener. I've read that the Cynarin in artichokes has lots of possible beneficial properties. Nature's Bounty states these Artichoke capsules support antioxidant health, which I believe based on the properties of fresh artichokes. WEB MD also says Cynarin MAY reduce heartburn, nausea, vomiting, gas and even lower cholesterol. But I've read it takes weeks or even months to get the full benefit, so I can't really evaluate these possibilities yet. But I do believe at a minimum taking these supplements provides antioxidants, and I wouldn't be surprised if this product also aids in digestion.<br /><br />I've read people with ragweed and other plants allergies can be allergic to Cynarin (though I've had no reaction and have those allergies). Also, this supplement may not be suitable for people with bile duct obstruction or gallstones. So it's best to read-up and check with your doctor before taking this or any supplement. I found Web MD to be a good source of information on Cynarin. I like this supplement and will continue to take one a day, but I can't personally attest to health benefits so quickly. I trust the Nature's Bounty name and these appear to be high quality supplements Made in the USA that, at a minimum, supply antioxidants. They don't make me sick or trigger any negative reaction and may have other potential beneficial effects, so I give this Nature's Bounty Artichoke supplement 4 stars.
Rating: 4 stars