May support liver health

Because sea buckthorn contains high amounts of healthy fats, carotenoids, and vitamin E, all of which may protect liver cells from damage.

In a previous study, rats with liver damage showed a significant improvement in markers of liver function when using sea buckthorn oil. Another older, 6-month trial found that taking 15 grams of sea buckthorn extract three times a day increased blood markers of liver function much more than getting a placebo did in people with cirrhosis, an advanced form of liver disease. Additionally, liver enzymes normalized in 80 percent of the people taking sea buckthorn.