# Blessed Thistle {Organic} (Cnicus benedictus)

Blessed thistle is native to the Mediterranean and Western Asia. It has antibacterial, wound-healing, and pain-relieving properties. Blessed thistle may also increase milk supply. Blessed thistle is commonly used in capsules, powders, extracts, and tinctures.

### **You might need blessed thistle if you. . . **

- Want better overall health
- Have general inflammation
- Have stomach upset
- Have difficult periods
- Want digestive support
- Want to encourage a healthy breast milk supply

### **Benefits of Blessed Thistle **

- Antioxidants
- Antibacterial properties
- Anti-inflammatory properties
- Soothes Discomfort
- Supports the body’s natural healing processes
- Supports healthy digestion
- Can help to increase breast milk supply

### **Common Ways to Use Blessed Thistle **

It is commonly used in tea, tinctures, and occasionally in capsules or powders.

### **Growing Information **

The blessed thistle is an easy plant to grow. It can be invasive.

### **Safety Concerns **

**Drug Interaction: **If you have any health concerns or are taking any prescription medication, please consult with your healthcare provider before adding new herbs to your diet.

**Breastfeeding and Pregnancy:** There are no known contraindications for breastfeeding and pregnancy.

### **Select Studies about Blessed Thistle**

[Blessed Thistle ](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30000834/)

This looks at the many uses of blessed thistle, including its use as a galactagogue.