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Milk Thistle Seed

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  • No ingredients exceed tolerable upper intake levels
  • 33% 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 supported by moderate evidence for supporting liver health and protecting hepatocytes. Research indicates it may assist in managing inflammatory liver conditions. The ingredient profile is generally considered safe for most adults.

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Label Data

3 Capsule(s)
Serving Size
20
Servings
Botanical
Product Type
33%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

Calories
10 Calorie(s)
Total Carbohydrates
2 Gram(s) (1% DV)
Market median: 250.0mg (562 products) 55 studies (A:0, B:19)

Other Ingredients

Vegetable Glycerin Sunflower Lecithin vegan Capsule Water
Claims

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Product Information

Directions for Use

Suggested Use Adults take 3 capsules daily in the evening.

Warnings & Precautions

Not for use during pregnancy or lactation. If you have a medical condition or take medications, please consult with your doctor before use.

Store away from children.

Use only as directed on label. Safety-sealed for your protection.

Formulation Notes

New look same formula

Liver & cleanse support Traditionally for maintaining healthy liver function

Concentrated single herb extract

Natural separation may occur. This does not affect product quality.

Integrity Purity Potency EST 1987 USA

Vegan

Gluten-free Soy-free

Additional Information

Keep bottle capped at all times and store in a cool, dry place.

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Metadata

Product Details

DSLD Entry Date2022-07-21
Product TypeBotanical
FormCapsule
DSLD ID270576
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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