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Silymarin

Silymarin is a mixture of plant compounds extracted from the seeds of milk thistle, Silybum marianum, and is mostly studied for liver conditions.

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Why does the preparation matter?

The Cochrane review separated silymarin alone from complexes containing ingredients such as vitamin E or phosphatidylcholine. Results cannot automatically be transferred to any other milk-thistle product. 1

What does European traditional use mean?

EMA recognizes specified milk-thistle fruit preparations for digestive symptoms and liver support after serious illness has been medically excluded. This rests on traditional use, not conclusive clinical trials. 2

Sources

  2. Silybi mariani fructus European Medicines Agency