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Milk Thistle

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  • No ingredients exceed tolerable upper intake levels
  • 100% of ingredients have research evidence
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What the Evidence Says

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Milk thistle extract contains silymarin, which is researched for its potential to support liver health and protect against toxins. However, the current evidence supporting these clinical benefits is considered limited. This ingredient profile maintains a high safety score for general use.

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Label Data

1 Capsule(s)
Serving Size
Botanical
Product Type
100%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

Market median: 250.0mg (562 products) 55 studies (A:0, B:19)

Other Ingredients

Maltodextrin Gelatin Vegetable Magnesium Stearate Silica
Claims

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Product Information

Directions for Use

DIRECTIONS: FOR ADULTS, TAKE ONE (1) CAPSULE TWO TO THREE TIMES DAILY, PREFERABLY WITH A MEAL. As a reminder, discuss the supplements and medications you take with your health care providers.

Warnings & Precautions

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. STORE IN A DRY PLACE AND AVOID EXCESSIVE HEAT. TAMPER RESISTANT: DO NOT USE IF SEAL UNDER CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING.

WARNING: If you are pregnant, nursing or taking any medications, consult your doctor before use. Avoid this product if you are allergic to ragweed or daisy-like flowers. Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur. Not intended for use by persons under the age of 18.

Additional Information

175 MG

GUARANTEED QUALITY LABORATORY TESTED

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Prod. No. 44715 02C B11850 FAZ

Promotes Healthy Liver Function*

Smart Facts Milk Thistle supports liver health.* In addition, Milk Thistle possesses antioxidant properties that help fight cell-damaging free radicals in the body.*

Metadata

Product Details

UPC / SKU0 30768 03565 5
DSLD Entry Date2011-10-26
Product TypeBotanical
FormCapsule
DSLD ID1081
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

69
Research Sources
55
Avg Quality
34
Meta Analysis
26
Systematic Review
5
Rct
3
Clinical Trial
1
Openfda Safety
A Silymarin for adults with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2025 PubMed DOI
B Evaluation of the effect of herbal agents as management of radiodermatitis in breast cancer patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Meta Analysis Japan journal of nursing science : JJNS 2024 PubMed DOI
B Efficacy of different interventions for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease: A meta-analysis of lifestyle modifications, silymarin, and medications
Meta Analysis Asia Pacific journal of clinical nutrition 2025 PubMed DOI
B Milk thistle for alcoholic and/or hepatitis B or C virus liver diseases
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2007 PubMed
B Pharmacotherapy for trichotillomania
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2021 PubMed DOI
B Effects berberine-silymarin on liver enzymes: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Meta Analysis Clinical nutrition ESPEN 2022 PubMed DOI
B Efficacy of traditional Chinese medicine combined with Silibinin on nonalcoholic fatty liver disease: A meta-analysis and systematic review
Meta Analysis Medicine 2024 PubMed DOI
B Are alterations needed in Silybum marianum (Silymarin) administration practices? A novel outlook and meta-analysis on randomized trials targeting liver injury
Meta Analysis BMC complementary medicine and therapies 2025 PubMed DOI
B The therapeutic effects of silymarin for patients with glucose/lipid metabolic dysfunction: A meta-analysis
Meta Analysis Medicine 2020 PubMed DOI
B Administration of silymarin in NAFLD/NASH: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Meta Analysis Annals of hepatology 2024 PubMed DOI
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