Himalaya Liv.52 with Capparis spinosa and Cichorium intybus
Liv.52 is an Ayurvedic herbal supplement from Himalaya Wellness, available since 1955. The formula combines eight plant ingredients in a fixed proportion per dose. 100 tablets per bottle, recommended use 1 to 2 tablets twice a day. No artificial additives, suitable for vegetarians.
What each dose contains
Per daily dose of 4 tablets, Liv.52 contains the following ingredients: Capparis spinosa root powder (260 mg), also known as caper bush, a plant used for centuries in traditional Mediterranean and Asian medicine. Cichorium intybus seed powder (260 mg), common chicory, whose root and seed have an established place in both European and Ayurvedic tradition. Mandur bhasma (132 mg), an Ayurvedic iron oxide preparation obtained by a specific calcination process — this is a classic Ayurvedic ingredient that explains the presence of iron in the composition. Solanum nigrum (128 mg), black nightshade, a plant used in traditional Indian medicine. Terminalia arjuna bark powder (128 mg), from the bark of the Arjuna tree, one of the most common ingredients in Ayurvedic formulas. Cassia occidentalis seed powder (64 mg), aerial part of Achillea millefolium (64 mg), also known as yarrow, and whole plant powder of Tamarix gallica (64 mg).
What the ingredients do
Several plants in Liv.52 have a recognized role around the liver and digestion. Capparis spinosa (caper bush) helps improve liver activity and appetite.* Cichorium intybus (chicory) supports liver health and digestion.* Terminalia arjuna helps improve liver activity and appetite,* and Tamarix gallica helps maintain healthy liver function and supports digestion.* Achillea millefolium (yarrow) is traditionally used to support digestion.* The asterisk refers to claims for plant ingredients still under evaluation in the European database.
Himalaya Wellness and the origin of Liv.52
Himalaya Wellness was founded in 1930 in India and is one of the largest producers of Ayurvedic supplements in the world. Liv.52 is the best-selling product in the range and is available in over 60 countries. The formula is based on classic Ayurvedic texts and has not been fundamentally changed since. Each batch is tested for purity, microbiological safety, and ingredient specifications. Production takes place in India under certified GMP conditions.
Usage and dosage
Take 1 to 2 tablets twice a day, preferably after a meal, with water. At a rate of 2 tablets twice a day (4 per day), 100 tablets are sufficient for 25 days. At the minimum dose of 1 tablet twice a day, 100 tablets are sufficient for 50 days. The tablets are small and easy to take. Store in a dry, cool place, out of reach of children.