[[File:Globe-Artichoke-benefits.jpg|thumb|350px|left|Artichoke]]
Other Names: Alcachofa, Alcaucil, ALE, Artichaut, Artichaut Commun, Artichaut Sauvage, Artichoke Extract, Artichoke Fruit, Artichoke Leaf, Artichoke Leaf Extract, Artischocke, Artisjok, Cardo, Cardo de Comer, Cardon d'Espagne, Cardoon, Cynara, Cynara cardunculus, Cynara scolymus, Extrait d’Artichaut, Feuille d’Artichaut, Garden Artichoke, Gemuseartischocke, Globe Artichoke, Kardone, Tyosen-Azami.<br>See also : [[Silymarin]]
==Special Precautions of Artichoke==
* Artichoke is safe in the amounts used in foods. It is POSSIBLY SAFE when used as a medicine. It has been used safely in research for up to 23 months.
*Cholesterol Reduction : Ingredients in artichoke leaves have been shown to reduce cholesterol by inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase. They raise good cholesterol (HDL) and lower bad cholesterol (LDL).
*High in Fiber : One large artichoke contains a quarter of the recommended daily intake of fiber. A medium artichoke has more fiber than a cup of prunes.
==Main Combination==
* Liver Dysfunction, Hepatitis : Artichoke + [[Milk Thistle]] (or [[Black Radish]])
* biliary insufficiency (stimulation of the gallbladder): Artichoke + [[Boldo]] (or [[Black Radish]])
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