The 3 Best Herbs for Liver Health & Detox Support

If you're like most people, you probably don't think about your liver very often. However, the health of your liver and its detoxification pathways are central to overall wellness. While you go about your day, your liver works tirelessly to detoxify your body and maintain your health, making it crucial to support its function.

Experts estimate that your liver cleanses your blood at a rate of 1.5 quarts per minute, performing over 500 complex functions—from metabolic processes to filtering out toxins—all vital for wellbeing.^1,2 Maintaining your liver in optimal condition should certainly be a priority. Although a clean, well-balanced diet is essential for liver health, certain herbs can also offer support. Here are the top herbs to aid your liver.

Milk Thistle Extract for Liver Detox Support

Milk thistle has been used for centuries as a liver health supporter, and scientific studies have confirmed its benefits.³ It promotes healthy liver function, liver cell production, and cholesterol metabolism in individuals with blood lipid levels already within the normal range.

The benefits of milk thistle are primarily attributed to silymarin, a liver-supporting compound that strengthens the outer membrane of liver cells, making them more resistant to toxins. It may also help prevent depletion of glutathione, a molecule produced in the liver that offers significant antioxidant benefits and supports immune health.⁴

Artichoke Extract for Liver Health

Often mistaken for a vegetable, this Mediterranean diet staple is actually a thistle, related to milk thistle, and offers complementary liver health benefits.Artichokes are rich in beneficial nutrients and are among the top vegetable sources of antioxidants.

Artichoke extract activates the liver to promote healthy digestion and cleansing while enhancing antioxidant activity. Research suggests it may protect the liver, promote healthy tissue growth, and boost bile production, which aids in toxin removal. Studies also show it may support blood lipid levels already within the normal range and improve the body's processing of blood lipids.⁵

Broccoli Extract for Liver-Supporting Phytonutrients

Broccoli extract contains a high amount of glucoraphanin, a beneficial compound known for its potent cellular-defending power. In the liver, broccoli extract boosts the organ's detoxification capacity, enhances detox enzymes, and acts as an antioxidant throughout the body.⁶

Pure Liver & Detox: All-in-One Liver Support

BubbForest Pure Liver & Detox combines the power of these three science-backed liver health supporters in a single formula, featuring the highest quality ingredients. Our team of scientists and nutritional experts carefully selected a potent milk thistle extract standardized to 80% silymarin, a patented form of broccoli extract from TrueBroc® standardized to 13% glucoraphanin, and a high-quality artichoke extract to craft this unique, 3-in-1 herbal supplement for comprehensive liver and detox support.

Like every BubbForest Pure Science Herbals formula, Pure Liver was developed using the latest scientific evidence as our guide. It features clinically studied herbal ingredients at scientifically evaluated doses to ensure safety and efficacy. Moreover, like all BubbForest Pure Science Herbals supplements, Pure Liver is free from hidden ingredients or mysterious proprietary blends.

Discover more about our Pure Science Herbals products in the articles Science-Backed Herbs for Energy, Joints, Heart, Brain, Weight, Blood Sugar & Digestion.

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About Lindsey Toth, MS, RD
Registered Dietitian

Lindsey is a nationally-recognized registered dietitian and nutritionist with a fondness for ice cream. She empowers individuals to take charge of their health by finding a balance between the pleasure and nourishment food provides.

Her philosophy is that you should take care of your body because it’s the only permanent home you have. This belief inspired her to pursue a career in nutrition.

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¹ Liver. Healthline. Read source.

² What Does the Liver Do, and How Do I Keep Mine Healthy? The University of Michigan Health. Read source.

³ 7 Science-Based Benefits of Milk Thistle. Healthline. Read source.

⁴ 10 Natural Ways to Increase Your Glutathione Levels. Healthline. Read source.

⁵ Top 8 Health Benefits of Artichokes and Artichoke Extract. Healthline. Read source.

⁶ Broccoli Boosts Liver Detox Enzymes. NutritionFacts, Michael Greger M.D. FACLM Read source.