Silymarin is a mixture of flavonoids that consists primarily silybinin and its isomers, silichristin and silydianin. Silymarin is the active ingredient and a standardized extract of Milk Thistle seeds (Silybum marianum). The phytonutrient Silymarin is highly regarded for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and potential benefit to the liver. Silimaryn supplement is nothing but a standardized extract of Milk Thistle seeds that contain a mixture of flavonoids.
Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum) is an herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family which typically has prickly stem and leaves, which appear shiny with white veins and rounded heads of purple flowers. It is a biennial or annual plant that grows up to 1 meter tall and has a branched stem. The herb gets its name from the milky white liquid runs of the milk thistle plant’s leaves when they are crushed.
- IS SILYMARIN THE SAME AS MILK THISTLE?
The term Silymarin and Milk Thistle although are used often interchangeably, there lies a difference between them. Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) is an herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family which typically has prickly stem and leaves, which appear shiny with white veins and rounded heads of purple flowers. Milk Thistle produces shiny, black grey toned-seeds which are used in making the extract. Milk Thistle is an herb from which the active ingredient Silymarin is extracted. Silymarin supplement contains the active standardized extract of Milk Thistle seeds.
- DOES SILYMARIN PRODUCE ANY SIDE EFFECTS?
Silymarin Milk Thistle is extremely well-tolerated and is free of significant side effects. It has no significant interactions with drugs. Silymarin has been shown to possess a good safety profile. At high doses, Silymarin may cause a laxative effect due to increased bile secretion and bile flow. Pregnant, diabetic, and nursing women are suggested to consult a physician before embarking on supplementation.
- HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT SILYMARIN SUPPLEMENT?
While choosing Silymarin supplements, choose the one with higher concentration Milk Thistle extract which offers greater bioavailability and effectiveness. The Silymarin capsules should offer 250mg-400mg Milk Thistle extract per capsule and should be standardized to contain 80% Silymarin. AS-IT-IS Silymarin Milk Thistle capsules offer 400mg of Milk Thistle extract standardized to contain 80% Silymarin. AS-IT-IS Silymarin Milk Thistle capsules are free of gluten, wheat, milk, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, fish, artificial colours, flavours and preservatives.
- WHAT IS THE RECOMMENDED DOSAGE OF SILYMARIN MILK THISTLE?
Silymarin Milk Thistle extract in encapsulated form can be taken 100-400mg every day being the characteristic adult dose. Both animal and human studies have shown Silymarin to be non-toxic, at high doses (>1500 mg per day), a laxative effect is possible due to increased bile secretion.
- WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SILYMARIN & SILYBIN?
Silymarin is the whole extract of the milk thistle plant. It is made up of three key bioflavonoids, including silibin, silidainin, silychristin. Silybin is the primary constituent that makes up to 50% of Silymarin.
- WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF SILYMARIN?
Silymarin is a flavonoid with potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immunomodulatory properties. Silymarin is a powerful free radical scavenger, helps protect healthy liver cells, it’s an effective liver detoxifier, can help with alcohol-related liver damage, improves insulin resistance, and lowers cholesterol. Silymarin has skin-improving benefits, it is thought to stave off signs of aging, helps to cut chances of cravings and snacking. Silymarin contributes to emotional well-being through its impact on the imbalances of the liver. Silymarin contributes to healthy circulation, digestion, boosts immunity, weight loss, and promotes rejuvenation.
- WHY TAKE SILYMARIN MILK THISTLE SUPPLEMENT?
The first thing is Milk Thistle herb is difficult to find, then finding the actual quantity of Silymarin in it likely to be low. The most convenient option is to consume Milk Thistle extract in supplement form from a reputed seller. The Milk Thistle extract is a concentrated form rich in pure Silymarin, it is more bioavailable and provides all the benefits of the herb.
- DOES SILYMARIN HELP DETOX THE LIVER?
Yes, there is well-supported evidence to prove Silymarin’s benefits for liver health. Silymarin helps to remove toxins from the body, it repairs damaged liver cells, returns them to a functional, healthy state. Silymarin interacts with liver cell membranes and guards the liver cells by blocking binding sites and hindering the uptake of toxins. Silymarin strengthens liver cell walls to prevent toxins from entering the cell and stimulates enzymes that make toxins less harmful to the body. Silymarin can reduce liver damage caused by acetaminophen, radiation, alcohol, sugar, pesticides in our food supply, heavy metals in our water supply, and pollution in the air. Silymarin with its anti-inflammatory properties helps regulate cytokines responsible for inflammation, neutralizes toxins, supports liver’s function in protein, fat, and carbohydrate metabolism. Silymarin has liver-boosting properties, it removes fat deposition from the liver, returns them to a healthy state.
- CAN PREGNANT WOMEN CONSIDER USING SILYMARIN CAPSULES?
Since limited research information is available regarding the safety of Silymarin usage during pregnancy, the supplement should not be used during this period unless prescribed by a physician.
- DOES SILYMARIN SUPPORT SKIN HEALTH?
Yes. Silymarin has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and detoxifying properties that lend to skin-purifying benefits. Silymarin can fight the free radicals damage caused to the cellular components, Silymarin prevents ultraviolet sun damage that occurs due to sun exposure of skin. By eliminating waste deposits from the liver, and regulating blood sugar levels, Silymarin facilitates the healthy circulation of blood, helps get rid of skin issues like acne, improves skin tone, and helps ward off signs of aging.
- DOES SILYMARIN SUPPORT HEALTHY DIGESTION?
Yes. An anecdotal health benefit of Silymarin Milk Thistle is its impact on indigestion. Taking Silymarin Milk Thistle supplements is a great way to ensure healthy digestion and improve the overall effectiveness and efficiency of digestive processes. Silymarin plays a primary role in liver detox and regulates fat and sugar assimilation. Silymarin makes sure you don’t have much fat and sugar in your blood, it is well documented for increasing bile production from the liver, is more efficient in boosting metabolism, reduces inflammation, and promotes healthy digestive function.
- WHAT IS THE PRODUCT EXPIRY DATE?
The expiry date of our product as mentioned on the pack is to be calculated as 18 months from the date of manufacturing.
- DOES SILYMARIN HAVE ANTIOXIDANT BENEFITS?
Silymarin Milk Thistle can contribute to antioxidant defenses by directly scavenging the free radicals, preventing free radical formation by inhibiting specific enzymes responsible for free radical production. Silymarin helps maintain the integrity of the electron-transport chain of mitochondria in stress conditions, it participates in the maintenance of optimal redox status of the cell by activating a range of antioxidant enzymes and non-enzymatic antioxidants, mainly via transcription factors, including Nrf2 and NF-κB.
- IS SILYMARIN MILK THISTLE SUPPLEMENT SUITABLE FOR ALL?
We do not recommend Silymarin Milk Thistle supplement for individuals under the age of 18. We want you to know that the Silymarin Milk Thistle supplement does not intend to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Women who are pregnant, lactating, those taking multiple drugs or prescription medication are advised to consult a healthcare professional prior to embarking on supplementation.
- DOES SILYMARIN SUPPORT WEIGHT LOSS?
Silymarin Milk Thistle helps to detoxify the liver and aids in its proper functioning, thereby helps the body to digest food more efficiently. If the liver is not able to process sugars properly, the excess sugars will turn into fat, which will make you gain weight. Silymarin Milk Thistle ensures that the excess sugar will no longer pass into the bloodstream. Silymarin may promote weight loss results by keeping the blood sugar levels stabilized, it allows your body to burn calories at a steady rate, helps to cut chances of cravings, and hence there is no reason to store fat unnecessarily.
- DOES SILYMARIN SUPPORT HEART HEALTH?
Yes. Elevated levels of serum triglycerides and bad cholesterol can clog arteries and lead to heart attacks and strokes. The regular use of Silymarin Milk Thistle is known to inhibit the synthesis of very low-density lipoprotein and LDL cholesterol. Silymarin supplements are proven by studies to reduce the abnormal oxidation of fats, increase the sensitivity to insulin and help the liver to get rid of toxins. The antioxidant effect of Silymarin allows it to reduce the oxidation of LDL cholesterol which can obstruct the heart health by clogging arteries.
- DOES SILYMARIN HAVE BENEFICIAL EFFECTS ON THE IMMUNE SYSTEM?
Silymarin which is a flavonoid extracted from the Milk Thistle plant is a super antioxidant, it helps to remove pollutants and pathogens in the blood. Silymarin reveals antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities through the suppression of NF-kB signaling pathways and TNF- α activation. As an immunomodulatory agent, Silymarin improves immunity by increasing T-lymphocytes, interleukins, reducing all types of immunoglobulins. Silymarin is proven to increase hepatic levels of glutathione by raising cysteine availability.
- WHAT IS THE STRENGTH OF AS-IT-IS SILYMARIN MILK THISTLE?
AS-IT-IS Silymarin Milk Thistle 400mg serving size capsule is standardized to provide 80% Silymarin.
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