Herb & BotanicalNo.035
Milk Thistle
Liver support (marketed); antioxidant.
Typical / RDA200–400 mg
Upper limitGenerally safe
EvidenceLimited
How to take it
Timing With a mealFood OptionalForm Silymarin extract
What to know
Popular "liver detox" herb. Evidence for protecting or repairing the liver in healthy people is weak; it is not a substitute for reducing alcohol or treating disease.
Interactions & cautions
- May affect how some medications are metabolized — check interactions.
Do you actually need it?
"Detox" claims outrun the evidence. Diet and alcohol matter more.
Reference values: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, adult general population. Educational information only — not medical advice. Confirm with a healthcare professional.