Pregnancy and Lactation

Generally recognized as safe or used as food. Avoid dosages above those found in food because safety and efficacy are unproven. Artichokes can look a bit intimidating but, have no fear, you can master it. Start by removing the tough leaves from close to the base and trim the stem to about 2cm long (or, on good sized ones, remove the stem completely, so the artichoke will sit flat on its base).