I use milk thistle tea made from the seeds to lower my cholesteral and prevent gallstones. The tea was instrumental in preventing gall bladder surgery. A way to eliminate acid reflux is to eat peeled raw purple top turnips (only) about 4-6 1/8th slices. It kills it instantly. Long term it helps improve gut health and reduces the need for it on a regular basis. FYI The gold turnips do not work for this.