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Ingredients (1)
Milk Thistle extract
100%Dose
250 mg
Target
150–600 mg
Form
Budget
Other Ingredients (6)
MaltodextrinBinder
Spikes blood sugar faster than table sugar (glycemic index 85–105). Research links it to gut bacteria changes that may promote intestinal inflammation (Nickerson et al. 2015). Used as a cheap filler — adds nothing beneficial.
Paprika OleoresinColorant
Natural orange-red colorant extracted from sweet red peppers (Capsicum annuum); the pigments are capsanthin and capsorubin
Soy LecithinEmulsifier
Widely used emulsifier derived from soybeans
GelatinCapsule
Protein derived from collagen, used in traditional capsule shells
Vegetable OilCarrier
Edible oils used as carriers in softgels and as processing aids
GlycerinHumectant
Sweet-tasting liquid used in soft capsules and liquids
How to Take It
Take it anytime
Silymarin barely dissolves in water — a fat-containing meal meaningfully improves absorption.
With a meal containing fat
On the label
For adults, take one (1) softgel once or twice daily, preferably with a meal.
General guidance based on the ingredients, not a substitute for the label or your doctor.
Price Check
$17.95
Near the median of 85 milk thistle supplements
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Sources & Scoring
Nutrient data (RDA, UL, and safety thresholds) sourced from: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements and National Academies Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI).
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare provider before making changes to your supplement routine.
The score analyzes what's on the label: ingredient doses vs. clinical ranges, chemical forms, evidence levels, and known interactions. It does not verify label accuracy or test for contaminants — for that, look for third-party certifications like USP or NSF.