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Milk Thistle seeds truly are one of a kind. While most people are aware that Milk Thistle has strong medicinal benefits for the liver, few realize what a versatile food the seeds make. Many find the taste comparable to a cross between hemp and flax seeds. These are some of the few Milk Thistle seeds that you will find certified organic. T hey can be mixed into salads, nut milks, shakes, and more. They can be sprouted as well. They can also be used as a substitute or mixed in with flax, sesame, hemp or others for added flavor and nutrition.
Some of the health benefits are:
A compound in Milk Thistle seed has been shown to protect the liver from a variety of harmful substances. It can prevent toxins from penetrating the interior of liver cells, while promoting the growth of healthy new cells to repair liver damage. Other compounds in the seed may have a similarly renewing effect on the kidneys, and may even be beneficial for the prostate gland. The seeds also have antioxidant properties, helping mop up damaging free radicals.
Milk Thistle seeds are also an excellent vegetarian source of protein, containing 18-25% protein by weight. Plus, they offer an excellent and well-rounded amino acid profile that perfectly compliments the more common nuts and seeds like almonds, flax, etc. Contact for best price quotes.