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Silymarin (Milk Thistle)

This herb has been used to support liver function and help with detoxification. The active ingredient seems to be Silybin. It can help with liver damage associated with alcohol consumption, acetaminophen intake, and environmental factors. Having a healthy and optimal functioning liver can also allow for other supplements you take to work more effectively as most supplements are processed in the liver. Milk thistle is usually standardized for 80% silymarin and a dose of 200-300 two times daily can be beneficial.

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