15
Jul

I take about 400 mg daily to help my liver as I have been a heavy drinker, slicing down now though. I am 28, female, normal weight.


Answer:
Yes, it is perfectly safe to take milk thistle long term

Milk thistle appears to be well tolerated in recommended doses for up to six years

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/silymar…

Dr. Lee adds, there’s no evidence to suggest any problems with taking the herb over the long term, which recommends that it’s safe to take regularly as a preventive

http://www.mothernature.com/Library/Book…


Answer:
Consult your physician, sylimarin has not been shown to have any significant liver benefits in controlled studies.

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