Description

Good liver health is vital for good generalhealth. The liver is a primary organ of detoxification. Its maintenanceand support has traditionally been important in Chinese herbalism.Planetary Formulas Liver Defense is based on one of the most wellresearched Chinese formulas for liver health, Minor Bupleurum, alsoknown as Sho-Saiko-To in Japan. Modern studies show that Sho-Saiko-Tosupports healthy liver function and enhanced immune response.
PlanetaryFormulas Liver Defense contains some of the primary liver protectingbotanicals of Chinese herbalism such as bupleurum and Chinese skullcapalong with the primary immune and liver supportive botanicalsastragalus, schizandra and milk thistle. The latest scientific researchnot only confirms the wisdom of these and other time-honored herbs, itoffers particular benefits to our contemporary world. This clinicallyderived Planetary Formula delivers proven components for liverprotection and revitalization.
The liver is one of the mostchallenged organs in the body. In fact, it is estimated that one inevery 10 Americans has sub-optimal liver health. The liver can becomeoverburdened because it plays important roles in detoxification,hormonal balance, fat regulation, nutrient and enzyme activation,digestion and circulation. It manufactures and secretes bile in order toabsorb fat-soluble nutrients and eliminate toxic substances.
LiverDefense contains ingredients that have been shown in scientificresearch to support healthy liver enzyme levels and enhance immuneresponse by promoting healthy cytokine levels. This formulasingredients have even been shown to support the bodys own interferonproduction-the complex protein that bolsters individual cell defensemechanisms. The liver is also the only organ in the body thatregenerates itself. Many of the herbs in Liver Defense support thisregenerative process.
Liver Support
Many studies havebeen done on Sho-Saiko-To confirming its ability to enhance immuneresponse and support healthy liver function. The centerpiece of theformula is bupleurum, a primary liver protecting botanical that containsan important class of compounds known as saikosaponins. Another keyingredient in Liver Defense is astragalus, shown in a number of studiesto stimulate the immune system and protect the liver. Astragalus alsostimulates natural killer cell activity and normalizes liver enzymelevels. Also added is milk thistle, which has been extensively studiedfor its liver supportive activity. Several human studies have shown theprotective effect of milk thistle in reducing liver enzyme levels ofhumans. Schizandra has been shown to improve liver enzyme levels inhumans and provide liver protection in animal studies. Additional liversupportive herbs include licorice root, jujube, ginseng, Chineseskullcap, and ginger root.
Clinically Derived Formulas
LiverDefense is part of a line of products developed by renowned herbalistMichael
Tierra, L.Ac., O.M.D., an authority on the worlds herbaltraditions. Michael uses these formulas on a daily basis in his clinicalpractice. This means you can be assured of obtaining the benefits youare seeking from an herbal product. Our state-of-the-art formulascontain the most comprehensive and thoroughly researched naturalingredients for liver maintenance and protection.

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Planetary Herbals LiverDefense is based on the thoroughly researched Chinese formula MinorBupleurum, also known as Sho-Saiko-To in Japan. Modernstudies show that Sho-Saiko-To supports healthy liver functionand enhanced immune response. Astragalus, milk thistle, and schisandraare also included for broad-spectrum liver maintenance and protection.

Supplement Facts for 600 mgTablet Serving Size: 2 Tablets

	Amount	%DV
Calories	5
Total Carbohydrates	1 g	<1%
Dietary Fiber	1 g	4%
Sodium	5 mg	<1%
Proprietary Blend: Astragalus Root, Asian GinsengRoot Extract (8% ginsenosides), Milk Thistle Seed Extract (83%silymarin), Bupleurum Root Extract (5% saikosaponin), Licorice RootExtract (4:1), Jujube Fruit Extract (6:1), Schisandra Fruit Extract(10:1), Ginger Root Extract (5% gingerol), Chinese Scullcap Root Extract(30% flavones), and Chinese Scullcap Root Extract (80% baicalin).	1.2 g

Other Ingredients: microcrystalline cellulose, sorbitol, modified cellulose gum, stearicacid, colloidal silicon dioxide.
Contains wheat/gluten.

Warning: Not for use by womenwho are pregnant, may become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Consult yourphysician before use if you are currently taking Interferon, birthcontrol medication, any prescription drug, or if you have a familyhistory of hypertension. Discontinue use immediately and consult yourphysician if you develop a fever or dry cough, or have difficultybreathing.
STORE IN A COOL, DRY PLACE.
Do not use if either tamper-evident seal is broken or missing. Keepout of the reach of children.

Suggested Use: 2 tablets twice daily.