I get LIV52 from my HRT ckinic. I was told it is better than Tylers. Opinions?
Here's what I got off a web site-
Supplement Spotlight - Liv52 (Livercare)
July 28, 2004 -
Unparalleled in Liver Care
LiverCare was introduced in 1955 as Liv52, a specially formulated liver support product. Liv52 has been recommended by over 100,000 health professionals all over the world as one of the most effective liver formulas, with beneficial effects reported in over 300 studies.
Eventually, Liv52 became available to the general consumer as LiverCare. The daily use of LiverCare protects the hepatic parenchyma against harmful toxins from drugs, alcohol, food and water. As a daily health supplement LiverCare keeps the liver functioning at its optimum, with obvious health benefits.
LiverCare taken daily promotes growth, improves appetite and digestion, and ensures better assimilation. The individual experiences a general feeling of well being. In underweight patients the daily use of LiverCare encourages normal growth. In alcoholics and social drinkers the daily use of LiverCare ensures protection against hepatic damage. In individuals taking hepatotoxic medications like anti-tubercular drugs, anticancer therapy, oral contraceptives etc., the daily use of LiverCare as an adjuvant not only protects against possible hepatic damage but also overcomes the anorexia often seen with these therapies.
Key Benefits
Stimulates and increases the functional efficiency of the liver
Increases serum albumin
Promotes hepato-cellular repair and regeneration
Reduces intra-hepatic congestion
Lowers serum cholesterol lipoproteins, phospholipids and triglycerides
Protects against arteriosclerosis
Some of the main ingredients:
Capers- Well documented hepatic stimulant and protector. Improves the functional efficiency of the liver.
Wild chicory- Powerful hepatic stimulant, increases bile secretion, acts on liver glycogen and promotes digestion.
Black nightshade- Has been shown to support a healthy liver, skin, kidneys and bladder. The most recent studies indicate that the hepatoprotective effect of Black Nightshade may be due to the suppression of the oxidative degradation of DNA
Arjuna- Has been the herb of choice in Ayurveda for cardiovascular health. Arjuna’s lipid regulating benefits have been linked to its ability to modulate the blood’s absorption of lipids
Negro Coffee - Hepatic tonic, also used to promote normal bowel movements
Yarrow - has been traditionally used for support of the digestive and urinary functions. Its constitutents have been extensively studied and found to be of value in regulating gastric and bile secretions
Tamarisk- A hepatic stimulant and digestive. It contains an alkaloid, Tamarixin, that has been linked to its effectiveness in supporting the liver function