Natural Factors Milk Thistle, 250 mg, 90 caps
Features
Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) has been used for thousands of years as a digestive aid, but it is most well-known as a superior herb for liver and gallbladder disorders. Milk thistle’s effectiveness for all sorts of liver disorders is being confirmed today through laboratory studies and extensive clinical trials. The active ingredients in milk thistle are flavonoids comprised of silybin, silydianin and silychristin, collectively known as silymarin. Milk Thistle Extract is indicated for liver disease associated with alcohol abuse, chronic hepatitis, and protects those working with toxic chemicals and other substances harmful to the liver.
Dandelion benefits liver functions and has been used for centuries to treat liver disorders, especially jaundice.
Turmeric exhibits strong antioxidant activity, has a liver-protective effect and increases bile solubility.
Dandelion benefits liver functions and has been used for centuries to treat liver disorders, especially jaundice.
Turmeric exhibits strong antioxidant activity, has a liver-protective effect and increases bile solubility.
Benefits
- Liver support
- Detoxification properties
- Helps to rid the body of excess hormones, toxins and other harmful substances
- Aids in digestion
- Has potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
Ingredients
Each capsule contains
Milk thistle extract (Silybum marianum) ............................250 mg
(Standardized for flavonoid content of 80% silymarin)
Dandelion root (Taraxacum officinale) ...............................55 mg
Turmeric root (Curcuma longa) .......................................27.5 mg
Milk thistle extract (Silybum marianum) ............................250 mg
(Standardized for flavonoid content of 80% silymarin)
Dandelion root (Taraxacum officinale) ...............................55 mg
Turmeric root (Curcuma longa) .......................................27.5 mg
Non-medicinal ingredients
Gelatin capsule (gelatin, purified water), rice powder, vegetable grade magnesium stearate (lubricant), silica
Dosage
1-2 capsules with meals 3 times daily or as directed by a health care practitioner. Maximum daily dose 6 capsules. Keep out of the reach of children.
Contraindications
- Milk thistle extract may reduce the toxicity of the liver caused by many drugs including thyroid hormone, acetaminophen, butyrophenones, phenothiazines, phenytoin, and alcohol.
Additional Information
Children: Suitable for children at one-half the adult dosage.
Pregnancy and Nursing: As the effects of milk thistle preparations during pregnancy and lactation have not been sufficiently evaluated, it should not be used during these times unless directed by a health care practitioner.
Seniors: No special precautions are known.
Pregnancy and Nursing: As the effects of milk thistle preparations during pregnancy and lactation have not been sufficiently evaluated, it should not be used during these times unless directed by a health care practitioner.
Seniors: No special precautions are known.
