Whole Formulas Milk Thistle Extract - Alcohol-Free, 1 fl oz

Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) is a flowering herb native to the Mediterranean. Its name references the milk-like sap that seeps from the leaves when they are crushed. Other names include Mary thistle, lady thistle, Marian thistle and holy thistle.

The active constituent in milk thistle is silymarin, extracted from the seeds. Silymarin may display anti-inflammatory activity and acts as a powerful antioxidant, fighting cellular damage from free radicals.

Milk thistle is commonly used for liver and gallbladder support. It promotes the health of liver tissue and offers protective qualities that aid defense against chemicals, drugs and other insults. Milk thistle may also positively influence cellular repair and regeneration of the liver.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, milk thistle is used to support liver detoxification and promote bile flow.

The Benefits of Herbal Extracts

Potency

The herbs used in Whole Formulas extracts are picked at the peak of their growth cycle to ensure maximum potency, then processed immediately upon receipt to capture their inherent vitality. Extracts are often the preferred choice of herbalists and naturopaths for this reason.

Bioavailability

Due to common digestion issues, many people have trouble fully breaking down pills and tablets. With extracts, the plant material has already been processed during formulation. All that remains is the full-spectrum of potent active nutrients ready for absorption.

Convenience

Simply place the recommended dose in water or juice and drink. The built-in dropper cap makes it easy to control dosage.

1 fl oz in amber glass bottle with dropper top