Liver Detoxifier & Regenerator

90 Capsules
$30.00

Dr. Verghese's Liver Formula is a proprietary blend of herbs and nutrients designed to support healthy liver function. Dr. Verghese's Liver Formula contains Milk Thistle Extract, which has been shown in clinical and non-clinical studies to support the liver, as measured by standard liver enzyme laboratory tests.

In addition, Dr. Verghese's Liver Formula contains N-Acetyl Cysteine and Methionine, two amino acids known to enhance the production of glutathione in the liver. Glutathione, a major cellular antioxidant plays an essential role in liver detoxification mechanisms.

Also included in this Liver Formula are other herbs (Schisandra, Bupleurum, and Scute) developed by Dr. C. Samuel Verghese, M.D., that until now have been used exclusively in this practice.

Dr. Verghese recommends this formula for frequent travelers who want to support their liver health while traveling abroad.* (Read more information)

Other Ingredients: Gelatin (capsule), Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Silica and Stearic Acid.

Contains no sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg or preservatives.

Dr. Verghese, M.D. Liver Detoxifier & Regenerator Fact Sheet

by Neil E. Levin, CCN, DANLA, 02/10/05

Likely Users: People with exposure to toxins that stimulate liver activity; People with exposure to infections that may have damaged liver tissue

Key Ingredient: Milk Thistle extract (Silymarin), Glutathione, NAC, Bupleurum extract, Grape Seed Extract, Dandelion Root extract, Artichoke Leaf, Schisandra and about a dozen additional herbs, along with synergistic ingredients

Main Product Features: This formula was developed by a physician based on his clinical experience.

• Artichoke leaf has antioxidant properties and restores healthy growth to liver cells.
   

• Bupleurum may promote normal cell growth, immune function and is a staple of Chinese liver formulas.
   

• Dandelion Root may serve as a natural down-regulator of inflammatory chemicals in the body.
   

• NAC supports liver Glutathionestores (antioxidant, detoxifier, heavy metal chelator).
   

• Schisandra protects liver cells from toxins and may help to regenerate damaged cells.
   

• Milk thistle’s antioxidant Silymarin improves liver function tests and protects liver cells against oxidative damage. It also protects liver cells by blocking and removing toxins from the liver. Silymarin aids in regenerating injured liver cells and blocks fibrosis.

Other important issues:
Samuel Verghese, Ph.D., BCIA-EEG, DAAPM, holds a degree in Alternative Medicine and specializes in Nutritional, Ayurvedic and other Alternative Health Solutions. He is certified as a BCIA-EEG Senior Fellow.

Amount to Use: Three or more capsules a day, preferably with meals.

Synergists: Antioxidants (supports liver detoxification), Alpha Lipoic Acid, EGCg Green Tea Extract, Astragalus, medicinal mushrooms (shiitake, reishi), SAM-e (may improve bile flow and promotes methylation to detoxify chemicals), TMG, lecithin, thymus glandular extract, Cordyceps.

Avoid: acetaminophen, alcohol, iron supplements (also red meat, fortified flour)

Cautions: This formula should not be used by pregnant women, nursing mothers children or those with liver problems unless recommended under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Please notify your physician about your supplement use if you are using any drugs!

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