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The Solgar Milk Thistle is a dietary supplement in plant capsules, with titled milk thistle extract (Silybum marianum) 98mg per plant capsule, of which 75mg is silymarin. This particular package contains 100 plant capsules and the daily dose is one plant capsule, so it covers approximately 100 days of use.
It is aimed at adults who want a stable, standardized thistle preparation for a long period of time, without having to reorder every two months. The capsule shell is of plant origin and the composition does not contain gluten, dairy or soy.
Milk thistle is a Mediterranean plant of the composite family, related to the daisy, and its seeds contain a mixture of flavonolignans collectively called silymarin. This mixture includes silybin, silydianin and silychristin. Silymarin is the component that has been studied for decades in international literature and is the one that is measured when a preparation claims content.
The word titled means that the extract is not just sold as powder or seed, but has been tested to deliver a specific amount of silymarin. Here, 98mg of extract yields 75mg of silymarin, meaning the active ratio is very high. Without a titled dosage, two preparations of the same weight of powder may differ by multiples in actual content, depending on the variety, harvest and extraction method.
According to the product presentation by Solgar, Milk Thistle is associated with the following points:
The above statements are attributed to the producer. Milk thistle and silymarin do not have an approved health claim from the EFSA and the related action remains a subject of research, as claims for botanicals are under review.
The composition is deliberately lean. There is no blend of herbs, no vitamins, no amino acids: only the titled extract and three variants. This makes it easy for anyone who wants to know exactly what they are taking, especially when they are already taking a multivitamin or other herbal preparation and want to avoid overlaps.
The Solgar free-from statement covers sugar, starch, gluten, wheat, dairy, soy, yeast, sweeteners, artificial flavors and colors. The capsule made from hydroxypropylmethylcellulose replaces gelatin, so the product is compatible with a plant-based diet.
It suits adults who want a long-term, stable intake of milk thistle and prefer a large package. It suits those who are looking for a standardized herbal preparation instead of infusions or ground seeds. It suits people on a plant-based diet, as it contains no gelatin. It is also suitable for those who want a simple composition with a single botanical active ingredient.
The product is a dietary supplement and does not replace medical diagnosis or medication. Any persistent liver or digestive symptom requires evaluation by a doctor.
Main ingredients: Titled Milk thistle extract (Silybum marianum) 98mg per plant capsule, with silymarin 75mg.
Other ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose (bulking agent), hydroxypropylmethylcellulose (capsule shell), vegetable magnesium stearate (anti-caking agent).
Free from: Sugar, starch, gluten, wheat, dairy, soy, yeast, sweeteners, artificial flavors or colors.
Form: Plant capsules, 100 pieces per package.
Recommended dosage: For adults, one (1) plant capsule daily, preferably with meals.
With one plant capsule per day, the 100 plant capsule package lasts for about three and a half months. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
The product is intended for adults over 18 years of age. Avoid use if you have a known allergy to plants of the daisy family. In pregnancy, lactation or while taking medication, seek advice from a doctor or pharmacist before use. Keep the product in a cool, dry place, out of reach of children.
Each plant capsule yields 75mg of silymarin, from 98mg of titled extract.
With the recommended dose of one plant capsule per day, it lasts for about 100 days.
It means that the silymarin content is measured and constant in each batch, rather than depending on the raw material.
People under 18 years of age and those with an allergy to plants of the daisy family, such as chamomile or ragweed.
Yes. The shell is plant-based and no gelatin or dairy ingredient is used.
If you are taking medication, ask a doctor or pharmacist first to rule out possible interactions.
The label recommends taking it preferably with meals, which also helps with digestive tolerance.
The composition and dosage are the same. Only the number of plant capsules changes, here 100 instead of 50, for longer use without reordering.
* Silymarin and milk thistle do not have an approved health claim from the EFSA under Regulation (EC) 1924/2006. The claims of benefits are attributed to the producer. The product is not intended for the prevention, treatment or cure of a human disease.
** Information on herbal ingredients. The relevant health claims for botanicals are under review by the EFSA.
Main ingredients: Titled milk thistle extract (Silybum marianum) 98mg per capsule, with 75mg silymarin.
Other ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose (bulking agent), hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (capsule shell), vegetable magnesium stearate (anti-caking agent).
Free from: Sugar, starch, gluten, wheat, dairy, soy, yeast, sweeteners, artificial flavors or colors.
Form: Plant-based capsules, 100 pieces per pack.
Recommended dosage: For adults, one (1) capsule daily, preferably with meals.
With one capsule per day, the pack of 100 capsules lasts for about three and a half months. Do not exceed the recommended daily dosage. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
The product is intended for adults over 18 years of age. Avoid use if you have known allergies to plants of the daisy family. In pregnancy, breastfeeding or while taking medication, seek the advice of a doctor or pharmacist before use. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, out of reach of children.
