Artichoke has long been used as a dietary supplement to aid digestion. Artichoke Extract 450 mg 90 vcaps from NOW Foods contain the flavonoid compounds of an artichoke that have been shown to improve health by increasing production of liver bile. This results in increased digestion of fat. which lowers cholesterol. Evidence has indicated that taking artichoke extract eases the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. increases blood circulation. and may even lessen kidney. liver. and bladder problems.