Silybum Marianum
What is Silybum Marianum?
Silybum marianum, commonly known as milk thistle, is a flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region. Its seeds are the part most often used, and they are typically processed to extract beneficial compounds.
Is Silybum Marianum vegan?
Silybum Marianum is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Silybum Marianum gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Silybum Marianum a major allergen?
Milk thistle is not derived from any of the nine major allergens.
What is Silybum Marianum used for?
Milk thistle extract is often added to dietary supplements and herbal teas.
Is Silybum Marianum safe?
Milk thistle is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a dietary ingredient.
Why it's used
Milk thistle extract is often added to dietary supplements and herbal teas. It is valued for its potential health-promoting properties rather than for a specific functional role like sweetening or preserving food.
Health notes
Milk thistle is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a dietary ingredient. It is often taken as a supplement for liver health, though scientific evidence for its effectiveness is mixed. International bodies like EFSA have not established specific limits for its use in food. Some studies suggest it may have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.
Allergen info
Milk thistle is not derived from any of the nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Silybum Marianum
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