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European Milk Thistle 241 mg

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Milk Thistle 241 mg
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Score72
A focused milk thistle capsule with a clear extract weight but unclear active potency. Missing standardization is the main limitation.
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Quantity:90 Capsule(s) • (90 servings)
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Score 72

A focused milk thistle capsule with a clear extract weight but unclear active potency. Missing standardization is the main limitation.
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Analysis

The capsule lists 241 mg milk thistle extract and identifies silymarin as the form. A single active avoids the uncertainty created by unrelated botanicals or proprietary blends.

The label does not state the percentage or amount of active silymarin. Plant part and extraction details are also absent, so the listed extract weight cannot be compared confidently with standardized options.

Ninety one-capsule servings offer practical routine use. The formula may suit someone who wants simple milk thistle support, but it is not a strong choice when verified active potency is the priority.

Who is it for
  • Adults seeking a simple milk thistle capsule
  • People who prefer one active ingredient
  • Users comfortable with incomplete standardization detail
Best for
  • Basic milk thistle supplementation
  • Single-capsule convenience
  • Avoiding proprietary blends

Pros

  • 241 mg extract amount is disclosed
  • Silymarin is named
  • Ninety servings
  • Single-active formula

Cons

  • No silymarin percentage
  • No active silymarin amount
  • Plant part is not stated
  • No absorption support is identified

Warnings

  • Milk thistle may cause a reaction in people sensitive to ragweed-family plants.
  • Stop use if persistent digestive discomfort develops.

Nutrient quality

70 High impact

The focused extract fits its intended role without unnecessary additions. Missing standardization makes the active dose and absorption quality uncertain.

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Ingredient transparency

79 High impact

The active amount is disclosed and no blend conceals the formula. Plant-part, standardization, usage, and excipient details remain incomplete.

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Customer satisfaction

57 Moderate impact

The aggregate satisfaction signal is favorable and has some support from the supplied volume. Specific experience details are absent, so complaint patterns and purpose fit cannot be confirmed.

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Value for money

80 High impact

Low serving cost and a lean formula support attractive value. Unverified silymarin potency keeps the quality case from being stronger.

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Goals

Detoxification
Detoxification
Impact
Moderate effect
B Goal FitD- Strength of SupportD- CoverageA Formula Quality
Milk Thistle · 241 mg

Milk thistle gives the formula a direct liver-protection rationale. The extract amount is clear, but the active silymarin content cannot be established from the label.

A focused single-ingredient design avoids unrelated additions and provides reasonable depth in one pathway. Missing standardization and absorption support substantially reduce confidence in its practical contribution.

Study evidence
Milk Thistle Supportive 46 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Milk Thistle extract (Silymarin)
 241 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Kosher Dairy Free Sugar Free No Allergies Vegetarian
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Milk Thistle (Silymarin) · 241 mg OverallScore21
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityF Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyC Value

The extract has a low serving cost and identifies silymarin as its form. The label omits its standardization percentage, active silymarin amount, and plant-part source. Standard dry capsule delivery adds no stated absorption advantage.

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<p>Milk thistle anchors a coherent liver-support combination with dandelion, artichoke, turmeric, ginger, and black pepper. It costs less per serving than the original, while differences in extract amount, delivery format, or companion herbs should guide the final choice.</p>
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<p>A substantial stated silymarin amount provides focused milk thistle potency in a simple formula. The balance of disclosed milk-thistle quality and serving economy offers a favorable value trade-off, with formula breadth and delivery form remaining practical differences.</p>
84 Value

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Nature's Answer
<p>A meaningful stated silymarin amount is paired with a small whole-herb component in a focused formula. The balance of disclosed milk-thistle quality and serving economy offers a favorable value trade-off, with formula breadth and delivery form remaining practical differences.</p>
79 Value

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<p>A standardized extract paired with whole milk thistle powder gives the formula a sensible, focused structure. The balance of disclosed milk-thistle quality and serving economy offers a favorable value trade-off, with formula breadth and delivery form remaining practical differences.</p>
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Sources

Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

  1. Are alterations needed in Silybum marianum (Silymarin) administration practices? A novel outlook and meta-analysis on randomized trials targeting liver injury.
    Shahsavari K; Ardekani SS; Ardekani MRS; Esfahani MM; Kazemizadeh H; Jamialahmadi T; Iranshahi M; Khanavi M; Hasanpour M · BMC complementary medicine and therapies · 2025
    Meta-analysis3,545 participants55 studies pooledDetoxification forMilk Thistle
  2. Impact of Silymarin Supplements on Liver Enzyme Levels: A Systematic Review.
    Calderon Martinez E; Herrera D; Mogan S; Hameed Z; Jangda AA; Khan TJ; Mroke P; Sajid S; Shah YR; Baig I · Cureus · 2023
    Systematic review3,846 participants29 studies pooledDetoxification forMilk Thistle
  3. The effect of silymarin on liver enzymes in patients taking isotretinoin: A randomized clinical trial.
    Mirnezami M; Jafarimanesh H; Rezagholizamenjany M; Alimoradian A; Ranjbaran M · Dermatologic therapy · 2021
    Randomized trial74 participantsDetoxification forMilk Thistle
  4. A double-blinded randomized controlled trial of silymarin for the prevention of antituberculosis drug-induced liver injury.
    Luangchosiri C; Thakkinstian A; Chitphuk S; Stitchantrakul W; Petraksa S; Sobhonslidsuk A · BMC complementary and alternative medicine · 2016
    Randomized trial55 participantsDetoxification forMilk Thistle
  5. Effect of 8 Weeks milk thistle powder (silymarin extract) supplementation on fatty liver disease in patients candidates for bariatric surgery.
    Mirhashemi SH; Hakakzadeh A; Yeganeh FE; Oshidari B; Rezaee SP · Metabolism open · 2022
    Observational studyDetoxification forMilk Thistle
  6. A randomized controlled trial to assess the safety and efficacy of silymarin on symptoms, signs and biomarkers of acute hepatitis.
    El-Kamary SS; Shardell MD; Abdel-Hamid M; Ismail S; El-Ateek M; Metwally M; Mikhail N; Hashem M; Mousa A; Aboul-Fotouh A; El-Kassas M; Esmat G; Strickland GT · Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology · 2009
    Randomized trial105 participantsDetoxification forMilk Thistle
  7. Evaluation of Hepatoprotective Effect of Silymarin Among Under Treatment Tuberculosis Patients: A Randomized Clinical Trial.
    Marjani M; Baghaei P; Kazempour Dizaji M; Gorji Bayani P; Fahimi F; Tabarsi P; Velayati AA · Iranian journal of pharmaceutical research : IJPR · 2016
    Randomized trial70 participantsDetoxification forMilk Thistle
  8. The hepatorenal protective effects of silymarin in cancer patients receiving chemotherapy: a randomized, placebo-controlled trial.
    Erfanian SS; Ansari H; Javanmard SH; Amini Z; Hajigholami A · BMC complementary medicine and therapies · 2024
    Randomized trial100 participantsDetoxification forMilk Thistle
  9. A randomized double-blind, placebo-controlled study of therapeutic effects of silymarin in β-thalassemia major patients receiving desferrioxamine.
    Moayedi B; Gharagozloo M; Esmaeil N; Maracy MR; Hoorfar H; Jalaeikar M · European journal of haematology · 2013
    Randomized trial97 participantsDetoxification forMilk Thistle
  10. Effect of aerobic training with silymarin consumption on glycemic indices and liver enzymes in men with type 2 diabetes.
    Ghalandari K; Shabani M; Khajehlandi A; Mohammadi A · Archives of physiology and biochemistry · 2023
    Randomized trial60 participantsDetoxification forMilk Thistle
  11. Impact of silymarin-supplemented cookies on liver enzyme and inflammatory markers in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease patients.
    Jaffar HM; Bader Ul Ain H; Tufail T; Hanif A; Malik T · Food science & nutrition · 2024
    Clinical trial64 participantsDetoxification forMilk Thistle