Full Spectrum Milk Thistle 500 mg
Swanson Premium Brand Full Spectrum Milk Thistle 500 mg is a single-ingredient herbal botanical supplement, providing 1 gram of Milk Thistle per two-capsule serving. This product has an N+ Score of 46, earning an 'F' grade, indicating a below-average quality assessment. While milk thistle is widely recognized for liver support, the formulation does not specify the percentage of silymarin, its primary active compound, which is crucial for assessing efficacy. No ingredients are noted to be at clinical doses. The lack of standardization for silymarin content contributes to its lower score. It may be suitable for individuals seeking a basic milk thistle supplement, but those prioritizing evidence-based liver support may prefer products with standardized silymarin content and higher N+ Scores.
About This Product
Full Spectrum Milk Thistle 500 mg by Swanson Premium Brand is a herbal & botanical supplement containing 1 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 46/100 (Grade F).
N+ Score Breakdown
Are key ingredients present at clinically effective doses based on research?
Does the product include all expected ingredients for its supplement category?
Are individual ingredient amounts clearly disclosed without proprietary blends?
Does the formula include a breadth of beneficial compounds from multiple pathways?
Strengths
- +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed
Weaknesses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (1 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Milk Thistle | 1.000 Gram(s) | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.