What is Milk Thisle?

Milk thisle is a flowering plant that has been used to treat chronic liver disease for over 2000 years. The Silymarin of the plant is extracted and thus is the active ingredient shown to repair and prevent damage to the liver. Milk thistle is often used in medicine to treat liver cirrhosis, chronic hepatis (liver inflammation), and toxin-induced liver damage (from chemicals, drugs, toxins, etc). The benefits of milk thistle are often desired by people who use supplements that put stress on the liver such as pro-hormones, steroids, and various medications.  Milk thistle is often used to promote healthy liver function and to keep cholesterol levels in check while eating diets high in protein which can lead to high liver enzyme count. Anyone who stresses the body by intense training, and a large food intake can benefit from daily supplementation with milk thistle to ensure the liver is preventing damage to itself. 

How to take Milk thistle?

Milk thistle is best taken at a dose of 1000mg per day. Taking one capsule (500mg) with a glass of water in the morning upon arising, and one capsule (500mg) 6-8 hours later is most effective. Research shows that approximately 950mg is enough to maintain full effects of silymarin therefore such dosing would be optimal.

What to stack it with it?

Milk thistle used by itself is usually all that is necessary to protect the liver and provide repair.

Benefits?

Muscle Building- Not applicable

Fat Loss- Not applicable

General Health- Milk thistle can help to reduce cholesterol levels as well as protect and repair the liver from damage. It is used to treat many types of liver problems and inflammation. Anyone can benefit from taking milk thistle to improve there general health regardless of toxins, and diet. Very few if any ill side effects are reported from the use of this natural health supplement. 

*Warnings: If you are currently pregnant or nursing, consult a physician prior to using this product. Keep out of reach of children.

**Allergen Warnings: This product does not contain nuts, shell fish, yeast, gluten, lactose, or soy. This product is manufactured in a facility that handles milk products, soy, and peanuts.