🌿 Milk Thistle Extract (Silybum marianum) — Clinical Series™

Herbal Extract | Silymarin Complex | Metabolic Liver Wellness • Blood Sugar Regulation • Powerful Antioxidant Protection | 50g / 100g

Derived from the seeds of Silybum marianum — a plant used in European herbal medicine for over 2,000 years — Milk Thistle Extract delivers a concentrated Silymarin complex, the group of flavonolignans responsible for its hepatoprotective and antioxidant activity. Our Clinical Series™ formulation is standardised for consistent potency, finely milled, and free from fillers, additives, or preservatives.

🌿 Key Benefits

• Metabolic Liver Wellness — Silymarin stabilises liver cell membranes and supports hepatocyte regeneration and detoxification pathways.
• Blood Sugar Regulation & Diabetes Management Support — Research supports Silymarin’s role in improving insulin sensitivity and glycaemic control.
• Powerful Antioxidant Protection — Boosts glutathione — the body’s master antioxidant — and protects cells from oxidative stress and environmental toxins.
• Cardiovascular & Lipid Support — Acts as a lipid-soluble antioxidant, protecting LDL cholesterol from oxidation.
• Vegan | Dairy-Free | Gluten-Free | Non-GMO | 100% Natural

🔬 Clinical Evidence & Research

Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum) and its active complex Silymarin are among the most clinically studied hepatoprotective botanicals in modern medicine, with decades of peer-reviewed research across liver health, metabolic function, and antioxidant activity.

• Liver Enzyme Reduction & Hepatoprotection: A meta-analysis of 17 randomised controlled trials published in the American Journal of Gastroenterology (2005) found that Silymarin supplementation significantly reduced elevated liver enzymes (ALT and AST) in patients with chronic liver disease, supporting its hepatoprotective classification (Jacobs et al., 2005).
• Liver Cell Regeneration: Research published in Phytomedicine (2010) demonstrated that Silymarin stimulates ribosomal RNA synthesis in hepatocytes, directly promoting liver cell repair and regeneration following toxic insult — a mechanism not observed with most conventional treatments (Abenavoli et al., 2010).
• Glutathione & Master Antioxidant Boost: A clinical study in Free Radical Biology and Medicine (1989) found that Silymarin increased intracellular glutathione content in liver and intestinal cells by up to 35%, significantly enhancing the body’s primary antioxidant defence system (Valenzuela et al., 1989).
• Blood Sugar Regulation & Insulin Sensitivity: A randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial published in Phytotherapy Research (2006) found that Silymarin supplementation (200mg three times daily) significantly reduced fasting blood glucose, HbA1c, total cholesterol, LDL, and triglycerides in type 2 diabetes patients over 4 months (Huseini et al., 2006).
• Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD): A systematic review in World Journal of Gastroenterology (2016) concluded that Silymarin is one of the most evidence-supported natural compounds for NAFLD management, improving liver histology, enzyme levels, and metabolic markers across multiple trials (Zhong et al., 2016).
• Anti-inflammatory & Fibrosis Prevention: Studies in Journal of Hepatology (2002) identified Silymarin’s ability to inhibit NF-κB activation and reduce pro-inflammatory cytokine production, contributing to its anti-fibrotic effects in chronic liver conditions (Manna et al., 2002).

⚠️ These statements refer to published scientific research and are provided for educational purposes only. This product is a food supplement and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

⚗️ Suggested Use

Add ¼–½ teaspoon (approx. 1–2g) to water, juice, smoothie, or yogurt. For best results, take 20 minutes before a meal to support absorption. Use consistently for 4–8 weeks.

📋 Product Details

• Active Ingredient: Milk Thistle Extract (Silybum marianum) — Silymarin Complex
• Form: Standardised Herbal Extract Powder
• Available Sizes: 50g | 100g
• Origin: Made in the UK
• Certifications: Vegan Friendly | Dairy Free | Gluten Free | Non-GMO | 100% Natural | Clean & Transparent

⚠️ Safety & Storage

• Food supplement only — not a substitute for a varied diet and healthy lifestyle.
• Consult a healthcare professional if pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking medication (particularly diabetes, cholesterol, or liver-related treatments — Silymarin may interact with certain drugs).
• Individuals with allergies to plants in the Asteraceae/Compositae family should seek professional advice before use.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Reseal tightly after use. Avoid using a wet spoon to prevent clumping.