Milk thistle, an herb that contains silymarin as its active ingredient, may appear poisonous at first glance due to its sharp stems and potential height of 5-10 feet. However, this member of the Asteraceae family is actually quite beneficial. Originally discovered in Europe and the Mediterranean, this plant has gradually spread to North America, as well as the eastern region of the United States, California, South America, Asia, Australia, and Africa.
Recent research conducted in 2023 indicates that milk thistle extract, when combined with grape seed extract, has the ability to inhibit the growth of lung cancer cells. This is just one of many advantages offered by this exotic-looking herb.
