5,000 mg Milk Thistle Equivalent with 200 mg Silymarin
Each vegetable capsule provides 250 mg of concentrated 20:1 milk thistle extract, equivalent to 5,000 mg of milk thistle fruit, standardized to 80% silymarin.*
Plus 5 mg BioPerine® black pepper extract per capsule.
250 mg Extract → 5,000 mg Herb Equivalent → 200 mg Silymarin
The actual concentrated extract in each capsule is 250 mg.
Because it is a 20:1 extract, that amount represents approximately 5,000 mg of original milk thistle fruit.
The extract is also standardized to 80% silymarin, providing 200 mg of silymarin per capsule.
What Does a 20:1 Milk Thistle Extract Mean?
A 20:1 botanical extract means approximately 20 parts of the original milk thistle material are used to produce one part of concentrated extract.
This concentration allows one 250 mg capsule to provide the equivalent of approximately 5,000 mg of milk thistle fruit.
80% Standardized Silymarin
Silymarin is a naturally occurring complex of plant compounds found in milk thistle fruit.
Standardization means the extract is produced to provide a defined and consistent amount of silymarin rather than relying only on the total weight of the herb.
Each capsule provides 200 mg of standardized silymarin.
Milk Thistle & Silymarin Support
Milk thistle has a long history of traditional use for liver wellness, while silymarin provides naturally occurring antioxidant compounds.*
Why Is BioPerine® Included?
Each capsule also includes 5 mg of BioPerine® black pepper extract.
BioPerine® is commonly included in nutritional formulas to support nutrient bioavailability.*
Choose Your Supply
The suggested use is one vegetable capsule twice daily, preferably with a meal. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
| Bottle Size | Daily Use | Approximate Supply |
|---|---|---|
| 90 Vegetable Capsules | 2 Capsules Daily | 45-Day Supply |
| 250 Vegetable Capsules Best Value | 2 Capsules Daily | 125-Day Supply |
The 250-capsule size provides more than four months of daily use and reduces the need for frequent reordering.
Supplement Facts
Equivalent to 5,000 mg milk thistle fruit
Standardized to 80% silymarin (200 mg) 250 mg**
Fruit 5 mg**
Other Ingredients: Vegetable cellulose and vegetable magnesium stearate.
Suggested Use
As a dietary supplement, take one vegetable capsule twice daily, preferably with a meal.
Important Caution
If you are pregnant or nursing, consult your physician before taking this product.
Quality You Can Trust
Manufactured in an FDA-registered facility using Good Manufacturing Practices. The capsules conform to applicable USP weight and disintegration requirements. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Frequently Asked Questions
How much milk thistle is in each capsule?
Each capsule contains 250 mg of concentrated 20:1 milk thistle extract, equivalent to approximately 5,000 mg of milk thistle fruit.
Why does the label say 250 mg and 5,000 mg?
The actual amount of concentrated extract is 250 mg. Because it is a 20:1 extract, it represents approximately 5,000 mg of original milk thistle fruit.
How much silymarin is in each capsule?
The extract is standardized to 80% silymarin, providing 200 mg of silymarin per capsule.
What is silymarin?
Silymarin is a naturally occurring complex of plant compounds found in milk thistle fruit and is commonly associated with milk thistle's antioxidant and liver-support properties.*
Why is BioPerine® included?
Each capsule includes 5 mg of BioPerine® black pepper extract, commonly used in nutritional formulas to support nutrient bioavailability.*
What does milk thistle support?
Milk thistle is commonly used to support normal liver function, liver wellness and antioxidant activity.*
How many capsules should I take?
The suggested use is one vegetable capsule twice daily, preferably with a meal.
How long does each bottle last?
At two capsules daily, the 90-count bottle provides about 45 days of use and the 250-count bottle provides about 125 days.
Which size is the best value?
The 250-capsule size provides approximately 125 days of daily use and is the best-value option for regular users.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
BioPerine® is a registered trademark of Sabinsa Corporation.
Additional Details
- SKU:
- 8121
