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Production Method: Extraction
Source: Silybum marianum (L.)Gaertn
Appearance: Light yellow to off-white powder
CAS number: 65666-07-1
Molecular weight: 482.44

Specifications: USP/ EP/ DAB
Water-soluble: slightly soluble in water

Product Description

Milk Thistle Extract: Benefits and Mechanisms

Milk Thistle Extract is derived from the fruit of the Silybum marianum plant. It is widely known for its liver-protective properties and is commonly used in herbal medicine to support liver health. The primary active compounds in Milk Thistle Extract are silymarin and silybin, which are renowned for their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hepatoprotective effects.

Technical Specifications

Specifications Standard
USP / EP / DAB
Water Solubility
Slightly soluble in water

Health Benefits & Mechanisms

Liver Protection & Detoxification

Silymarin and silybin protect the liver by stabilizing cell membranes, promoting liver cell regeneration, and inhibiting toxin binding. They also enhance the production of glutathione, a crucial antioxidant for detoxifying harmful substances.

Antioxidant & Anti-inflammatory

Exhibits strong antioxidant activity by scavenging free radicals and boosting the body's defense systems. Reduces inflammation by inhibiting the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines and enzymes.

Cholesterol Management Support

Helps regulate cholesterol levels by reducing the oxidation of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and improving overall lipid metabolism within the liver.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of Milk Thistle Extract?
Milk Thistle Extract is derived from the fruit of the Silybum marianum plant, which has been traditionally used in herbal medicine to support liver health.
What are the primary active ingredients in Milk Thistle Extract?
The primary active components of Milk Thistle Extract are silymarin and silybin, which provide potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and liver-protective properties.
What standards and specifications does this extract meet?
Our Milk Thistle Extract conforms to international standards, including USP (United States Pharmacopeia), EP (European Pharmacopoeia), and DAB (Deutsches Arzneibuch) specifications.
How does Milk Thistle Extract support liver detoxification?
It works by stabilizing cell membranes, encouraging liver cell regeneration, preventing toxins from binding to liver cells, and boosting the production of glutathione, a vital antioxidant for detoxification.
Is Milk Thistle Extract soluble in water?
According to its physical properties, Milk Thistle Extract is classified as slightly soluble in water.
Can Milk Thistle Extract help manage cholesterol levels?
Yes. Silymarin in Milk Thistle Extract helps regulate cholesterol by reducing the oxidation of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and optimizing lipid metabolism in the liver.

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