Blessed Thistle (Cardo Santo) Aerial Parts – Dried Herb

Blessed Thistle (Cnicus benedictus) is a traditional European bitter herb valued for its digestive and restorative qualities. Prepared from the aerial parts of the plant, it has long been used in herbal traditions to stimulate healthy digestion, support appetite, and promote overall vitality. Blessed thistle has also been traditionally incorporated into herbal practices that support lactation during the postpartum period.

### Botanical Information

Botanical Name: Cnicus benedictus

Plant Part: Aerial Parts

Preparation: Dried Herb

### Traditional Herbal Use

Blessed thistle has traditionally been used as a bitter tonic to stimulate digestive secretions, encourage a healthy appetite, and support normal liver function. It has also been valued in traditional postpartum herbalism as a galactagogue, commonly included in herbal formulas intended to support healthy breast milk production.

### Suggested Use

Prepare as an infusion by steeping 1 teaspoon of dried herb in hot water for 10–15 minutes. Its naturally bitter flavor is often balanced with milder herbs.

### Ingredients

Organic Blessed Thistle Aerial Parts (Cnicus benedictus).

### Precautions

Do not use during pregnancy. Individuals with allergies to plants in the Asteraceae family should use caution. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before use if breastfeeding, taking medications, or managing a medical condition.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

As part of our commitment to traditional herbalism and small-batch production, ingredient proportions or plant selections may occasionally be adjusted based on seasonal availability, quality, or ongoing formulation improvements while maintaining the intended purpose of the product.