Uniqueness of Liv.52

The liver is one of the most vital organs of our body that performs various critical functions. Keeping this in mind, Himalaya Herbal Healthcare introduced Liv.52 in the year 1955. Since then, it has been considered as one of the most effective liver tonics and has sold successfully all over the world.

Regular consumption of Liv.52 guarantees a comprehensive care for the liver and defends the body from the harmful effects of alcohol, drugs, food and water. It also helps in the prevention and treatment of specific diseases such as viral hepatitis, alcoholic liver disease, cirrhosis, etc. It helps in case of loss of appetite and protein energy malnutrition. It is extremely effective for patients recuperating from any prolonged illness.

The uniqueness of Liv.52 lies in its complex but herbal ingredients. All ingredients used in the preparation of Liv.52 are totally herbal in nature and thus do not have any side-effects. The main ingredients include:

Capers (Capparis Spinosa)

This improves the functioning of the liver and is a hepatic stimulant. Research has proved that it has a positive effect on liver glycogen and serum proteins and has a shielding action on the liver's histological architecture.

Chicory (Cichorium Intybus)

This herb too acts as an effective hepatic stimulant and augments the effectiveness of Capers. It is effective in increasing secretion of bile by the liver and is helpful in digestion.

Black Nightshade (Solanum Nigrum)

It is helpful in maintaining a healthy liver. Apart from supporting the liver, it also has a positive effect on the kidneys, bladder and skin.

Arjuna (Terminalia Arjuna)

Arjuna has been traditionally used as a heart tonic. It is known to be good for the heart and sustains cardiovascular functions.

Negro Coffee (Cassia Occidentalis)

Negro Coffee is known to be an excellent laxative that promotes bowel movement. It is a cousin species of a herb called Senna.

Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium)

Yarrow helps in a smooth functioning of the urinary and digestive systems. It has a healing effect on the mucous membranes. It not only acts as a tonic and diuretic, (meaning that it increases the rate of urination) but also is known to regulate gastric and bile secretions.

Tamarisk (Tamarix Gallica) Also known as Saltcedar, Tamarisk has been used as a tonic since ages. It acts as a diuretic and is known to increase platelet count. Tamarixin, an alkaloid contained in the herb, is known to be effective in cases of defective functional activity of the liver cells.