13 Incredible benefits of artichoke extract
1) Artichoke Extract Helps Treat Indigestion Cynarin, a natural compound found in artichoke, stimulates bile production. This helps accelerate gut movement and also support fat digestion and vitamin absorption (R, R). Artichoke extract also helps with digestion by stopping muscle spasms in the gut. Artichoke aids digestive health and can help patients suffering from indigestion, bloating, nausea, and heartburn (collectively called dyspepsia) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) (R, R). In a study, researchers treated 247 patients with functional dyspepsia with either globe artichoke leaf extract or placebo (DB-RCT). The artichoke group improved dyspepsia symptoms compared to placebo (R). The globe artichoke extract was especially effective in easing fullness and reducing flatulence. However, the artichoke extract was barely more effective than the placebo in reducing the pain and nausea caused...