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NOW Supplements Silymarin Milk Thistle Extract
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 2 Researches
8
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 3 Reviews
8.6
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 2 Veg Capsules
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Calories
5
 
Total Carbohydrate
1 g
<1%**
Milk Thistle Extract (Silybum marianum)(Fruit/Seeds) (Standardized to 240 mg Silymarin Flavonoids - equivalent 80%) 
300 mg
Turmeric (Curcuma longa) (Root)
700 mg

Top Medical Research Studies

9
Silymarin promotes pancreatic cell growth
Effect of Silymarin in Pdx-1 expression and the proliferation of pancreatic β-cells in a pancreatectomy model.
Pertain to diabetes research significance.
This study investigated how Silymarin affects the growth of insulin-producing cells in a model of partial pancreas removal in rats.

We treated 72 Wistar rats, half of which were given Silymarin daily. The results were clear: the Silymarin-treated rats showed significant increases in both the Pdx1 gene, which is vital for pancreatic health, and insulin production.

Additionally, their β-cell proliferation improved, leading to better blood sugar control. However, the specific effects on pancreatitis were not explored in this study.
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7
Silymarin protects tissues without lowering glucose
Silymarin Attenuates Hepatic and Pancreatic Redox Imbalance Independent of Glycemic Regulation in the Alloxan-induced Diabetic Rat Model.
Moderate relevance for pancreatitis research
We set out to see how silymarin (SMN) could help rats suffering from type 1 diabetes, particularly focusing on the liver and pancreas. In this study, we treated diabetic rats with SMN over 30 days while comparing them to control groups.

Although we noticed that silymarin significantly reduced signs of protein damage in the liver and pancreas, as well as improved renal function, it didn’t help lower blood glucose levels or enhance pancreatic beta-cell function. Overall, this suggests that while silymarin shows promise in protecting pancreatic and liver health, it doesn’t affect blood sugar levels in diabetic conditions.
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Most Useful Reviews

9.5
Feeling revitalised
Liver says thank you! Prescribed by a sports doctor, confirmed by three others. I am a professional sportsman and have chronic pancreatitis. I took numerous medications, but Silymarin truly saved me. Although I didn’t follow the dosage strictly—two tablets three times daily—I feel fantastic. It has greatly benefited my health.
Read More
8.8
Digestive relief
My entire family has been using this medication alternately for about a decade. It effectively handles digestive issues and aids in liver function and pancreatitis. Over time, it harmonises our overall condition. The heaviness in my right side fades and my skin improves. The good formulation and reasonable price make it perfect for us.
Read More
8.8
Pain alleviation
I wish to share my experience with Now Foods Silymarin, which I consider a "magic wand" during flare-ups of gastrointestinal issues. While chronic conditions like cholecystitis and pancreatitis cannot be cured, they can be supported with plant-based supplements. Silymarin boosts existing ailments and protects the liver by promoting cell regeneration and detoxification. It improves bile flow, potentially preventing stone formation. After taking it, I felt relief from spasms within 20 minutes, and my pain ceased altogether thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties. A monthly supply suffices for overall recovery.
Read More

Medical Researches

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 2 Researches
8
  • All Researches
9
Silymarin promotes pancreatic cell growth
Effect of Silymarin in Pdx-1 expression and the proliferation of pancreatic β-cells in a pancreatectomy model.
Pertain to diabetes research significance.
This study investigated how Silymarin affects the growth of insulin-producing cells in a model of partial pancreas removal in rats.

We treated 72 Wistar rats, half of which were given Silymarin daily. The results were clear: the Silymarin-treated rats showed significant increases in both the Pdx1 gene, which is vital for pancreatic health, and insulin production.

Additionally, their β-cell proliferation improved, leading to better blood sugar control. However, the specific effects on pancreatitis were not explored in this study.
Read More
7
Silymarin protects tissues without lowering glucose
Silymarin Attenuates Hepatic and Pancreatic Redox Imbalance Independent of Glycemic Regulation in the Alloxan-induced Diabetic Rat Model.
Moderate relevance for pancreatitis research
We set out to see how silymarin (SMN) could help rats suffering from type 1 diabetes, particularly focusing on the liver and pancreas. In this study, we treated diabetic rats with SMN over 30 days while comparing them to control groups.

Although we noticed that silymarin significantly reduced signs of protein damage in the liver and pancreas, as well as improved renal function, it didn’t help lower blood glucose levels or enhance pancreatic beta-cell function. Overall, this suggests that while silymarin shows promise in protecting pancreatic and liver health, it doesn’t affect blood sugar levels in diabetic conditions.
Read More

User Reviews

USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 3 Reviews
8.6
  • All Reviews
  • Positive Reviews
  • Negative Reviews
9.5
Feeling revitalised
Liver says thank you! Prescribed by a sports doctor, confirmed by three others. I am a professional sportsman and have chronic pancreatitis. I took numerous medications, but Silymarin truly saved me. Although I didn’t follow the dosage strictly—two tablets three times daily—I feel fantastic. It has greatly benefited my health.
Read More
8.8
Digestive relief
My entire family has been using this medication alternately for about a decade. It effectively handles digestive issues and aids in liver function and pancreatitis. Over time, it harmonises our overall condition. The heaviness in my right side fades and my skin improves. The good formulation and reasonable price make it perfect for us.
Read More
8.8
Pain alleviation
I wish to share my experience with Now Foods Silymarin, which I consider a "magic wand" during flare-ups of gastrointestinal issues. While chronic conditions like cholecystitis and pancreatitis cannot be cured, they can be supported with plant-based supplements. Silymarin boosts existing ailments and protects the liver by promoting cell regeneration and detoxification. It improves bile flow, potentially preventing stone formation. After taking it, I felt relief from spasms within 20 minutes, and my pain ceased altogether thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties. A monthly supply suffices for overall recovery.
Read More
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