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Milk Thistle

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This product looks safe

  • No ingredients exceed tolerable upper intake levels
  • 100% of ingredients have research evidence
A Label Compliance Grade

What the Evidence Says

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Milk thistle seed extract contains silymarin, which is researched for its potential to support liver health and protect hepatocytes. Evidence for its efficacy in treating chronic liver conditions is generally considered moderate. The ingredient profile is associated with a high safety score.

AI-generated summary based on research evidence. Not medical advice.

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

Other Ingredients

Rice Flour Vegetable Cellulose Calcium Silicate
Claims

Label Claims — Verification

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Product Information

Directions for Use

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take one (1) capsule three (3) times a day with food or water.

Warnings & Precautions

Warning: Keep Out of Reach of Children.

Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.

If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications, planning any medical procedure or have a medical condition, consult with your healthcare practitioner before use.

Formulation Notes

Minimum 140 mg Silymarin

Vegan

Gluten-Free

Additional Information

Store in a cool, dry place.

Gluten Free

Since 1972 Promotes Healthy Liver Function

18416 Rev. 1/18

Metadata

Product Details

UPC / SKU0 83000 16416 3
DSLD Entry Date2019-01-07
Product TypeBotanical
FormCapsule
BrandNature's Answer
DSLD ID184934
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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