Milk Thistle
Milk Thistle by Herbalist & Alchemist is an herbal and botanical supplement providing 3 mL of dried Milk Thistle seed extract per 1.5 mL serving. Milk thistle is commonly utilized for its potential to support liver health, primarily due to its active compounds known as silymarins. However, this product does not specify the concentration or standardization of silymarins, which is a key factor in determining its potential effectiveness. Research often uses milk thistle extracts standardized to a certain percentage of silymarins, typically ranging from 150-600 mg of silymarin daily. The product received an N+ Score of 54, earning an 'F' grade, indicating a below-average tier for overall quality and formulation. The lack of standardization details makes it difficult to compare its potential benefits to clinically studied formulations. It is intended for those seeking a basic, unstandardized milk thistle extract.
About This Product
Milk Thistle by Herbalist & Alchemist is a herbal & botanical supplement containing 1 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 54/100 (Grade F).
N+ Score Breakdown
Are key ingredients present at clinically effective doses based on research?
Does the product include all expected ingredients for its supplement category?
Are individual ingredient amounts clearly disclosed without proprietary blends?
Does the formula include a breadth of beneficial compounds from multiple pathways?
Strengths
- +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed
Weaknesses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (1 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| dried Milk Thistle seed extract | 3.000 mL | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.
