Swisse
LIGH STRENGTH MILK THISTLE
75/100
SUPPIE SCORE
65/100
EFFICACY
High
SAFETY
72/100
CLEANLINESS
What Does LIGH STRENGTH MILK THISTLE Do?
Swisse High Strength Milk Thistle delivers a concentrated 500 mg extract equivalent to 35 g dry fruit per tablet, providing traditional herbal support for liver health and antioxidant activity with moderate research backing primarily from silymarin studies.
How does the 500 mg milk thistle extract in this product compare to other liver support supplements?
What is the best way to take Swisse High Strength Milk Thistle for daily use?
Are there any specific groups who should avoid milk thistle supplements?
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What Are the Benefits of LIGH STRENGTH MILK THISTLE?
Based on proven scientific research
Liver FunctionModerate
Detoxification SupportMild
Antioxidant ProtectionMild
Good For:
What Are the Side Effects of Swisse LIGH STRENGTH MILK THISTLE?
Always consult your health practitioner if in doubt.
RiskLow Risk
Overview
•Milk thistle extract at 500 mg per tablet is generally well-tolerated in short-term use for liver support with low risk of adverse effects in healthy adults.
•Contains sulfites which may trigger reactions in sensitive individuals or those with sulfite allergy or asthma.
•Do not use if pregnant or planning pregnancy as per label warning; limited safety data in pregnancy.
•Mild gastrointestinal upset such as nausea or diarrhea has been reported in some users at higher herbal extract doses.
•May interact with medications metabolized by the liver such as certain statins, antidepressants or anti-seizure drugs.
Potential Side Effects
Negative Interactions
Allergens
Sulfites
Inactive Ingredients
Microcrystalline cellulose
Low RiskDicalcium phosphate
Low RiskTalc
Medium RiskSulfites
Medium RiskHypromellose
Low RiskTitanium dioxide
Medium RiskMagnesium stearate
Low RiskSilicon dioxide
Low RiskWhat Are the Ingredients in Swisse LIGH STRENGTH MILK THISTLE?
Milk thistle (Silybum marianum extract)
500 mg
Milk thistle (Silybum marianum extract) equiv. to dry fruit
35 g
Microcrystalline cellulose
Dicalcium phosphate
Talc
Sulfites
Hypromellose
Titanium dioxide
Magnesium stearate
Silicon dioxide
Dosage & Bioavailability
How the active doses and forms in LIGH STRENGTH MILK THISTLE compare to the research.
•Milk thistle (Silybum marianum extract) — 500 mg per tablet (equiv. to 35 g dry fruit); typical studied extract doses range 200-600 mg daily.
•Milk thistle (Silybum marianum extract) — 500 mg per tablet; no silymarin standardization or bioavailability data disclosed on label.
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Common questions about Swisse LIGH STRENGTH MILK THISTLE