Frequently
Asked Questions about Maximum Milk Thistle™
 Why would I want to take Maximum Milk Thistle™?
Because it provides the greatest support for the liver at
the best price. No other milk thistle product can compare.*
Anyone who has a need or desire for maximum liver cell protection
and wants to get the most for their investment can benefit
from taking Maximum Milk Thistle™.*
This includes people who live or work in a toxic environment,
persons who are taking recreational or pharmaceutical drugs
on a regular basis, those who are moderate to heavy drinkers
of alcohol, and anyone with a liver condition that may threaten
the integrity of liver cells.
All of these situations can put stress on the liver and would
call for greater support and protection of this very important
organ.
I can get regular standardized milk thistle extract for
much less money elsewhere, so why should I choose Maximum Milk Thistle™ instead?
According to clinical studies, Maximum Milk Thistle™
is absorbed eight to ten times more effectively than regular
standardized milk thistle extract.*
If you choose to use a standardized extract, you may be paying
less for the bottle, but you are paying much more for what
actually reaches your liver.
So, while it looks like you are paying less for regular standardized
milk thistle extract (and you are per bottle) you are actually
paying much more if you measure based on effectiveness. This
is a clear case of "you get what you pay for."
How much more absorbable is Maximum Milk Thistle™ compared to milk thistle extract standardized to 80% silymarin?
Clinical studies have shown the Phytosome® form
used in Maximum Milk Thistle™ to be eight to ten times
more absorbable.
This means you would need that much more of the other to achieve
the same level of protection in your liver.
Is Maximum Milk Thistle™ available in health food
stores?
Maximum Milk Thistle™ is currently available only
through LiverSupport.com (a Natural Wellness® Company).
That helps us to keep costs down to make the product more
affordable for you. You are essentially paying the wholesale
price store owners would pay if this were offered for sale
through health food stores.
You can currently get products in health food stores that contain
the same patented raw material, but they are much more expensive.
Who manufactures Silybin Phytosome, the active ingredient in
Maximum Milk Thistle™?
An internationally respected European medicinal/botanical
research company is the developer, patent holder and manufacturer.
They have been on the forefront of herbal medicinals since
1921. They sell over 2,000 pounds of Silybin Phytosome,
the world's most highly effective natural liver protector,
each year.
We purchase the raw material directly from the manufacturer
and encapsulate and bottle Maximum Milk Thistle™ in state-of-the-art
facilities in the U.S.A.
How much is recommended to take per day?
Three capsules per day is the recommended dosage. With
90 capsules per bottle each bottle is essentially a one-month
supply.
How was the recommended dosage determined?
The recommended dosage was determined by reviewing the
clinical studies and choosing the median dosage that was shown
to have a beneficial effect under physically adverse conditions.
The same studies indicated that a higher dosage could have
a greater beneficial effect but we wanted to keep the product
both effective and affordable.
For those who can afford it (and feel they prefer it), higher
dosages are considered just as safe.
The highest dosage tested was 360 mg (as silybin) daily, which
would equal four to five capsules of Maximum Milk Thistle™
per day.
Does milk thistle really lower enzyme levels by protecting
liver cells, or does it just help the body break down the
enzymes so they appear reduced?
All clinical studies in this area, both in vitro (petri
dishes, test tubes, etc.) and in vivo (live subjects), have
shown that milk thistle extract reduces enzyme levels by actually
protecting liver cells and reducing hepatocellular necrosis
(liver cell death).
Does any milk thistle extract actually kill hepatitis viruses?
No. Milk thistle has no anti-viral effects.
It has been scientifically shown to protect liver cells from
damage and help to regenerate liver cells.
For tens of thousands of people worldwide with liver concerns
this is reason enough to take milk thistle products on a daily
basis.
Can Maximum Milk Thistle™ reverse cirrhosis of the
liver?
Milk thistle is not intended to treat any condition or
disease. It has been shown in clinical studies to protect
liver cells from damage and help regenerate liver cells.
Cirrhosis is generally considered an irreversible condition
that can sometimes be slowed or halted depending upon the
severity and cause.
For example, cirrhosis caused by alcohol consumption can sometimes
be stopped in its tracks by the complete removal of alcohol
from the diet.
This you need to discuss with your primary healthcare provider.
Is Maximum Milk Thistle™ safe?
The German Commission E Monographs (considered by doctors to be the bible
of herbal effectiveness and safety) states there are no known
contraindications for using milk thistle extract. Additionally, there is
no known toxicity level.
One study has noted that an ingredient in milk thistle can inhibit the bacterial enzyme, beta-glucuronidase, which helps oral contraceptives work. Therefore, milk thistle could potentially reduce the effectiveness of oral contraceptives
Consult your medical professional prior to use if you have, or suspect you have, a medical condition, are currently taking prescription drugs, or are pregnant or lactating.
How long can I safely take Maximum Milk Thistle™?
The clinical studies showed no detrimental effect from
long–term usage. In fact, they indicated a sustained
beneficial effect with long–term usage.
So, for as long as you want to provide protection to your
liver, you can take Maximum Milk Thistle™.
Should I take Maximum Milk Thistle™ with meals or
between meals?
Other milk thistle products recommend you take them with
meals because they hope it will increase absorption.
Because Maximum Milk Thistle™ is created through the
Phytosome® process (where one molecule of silybin is bound
to two molecules of phosphatidylcholine) the body recognizes
it as a food and easily assimilates it (takes it in) on its
own.
We, therefore, recommend it be taken between meals so it can
be digested and absorbed on its own for maximum delivery to
the liver.
However, it is not a problem to take it with meals if that
is easier or more convenient for you.
Can I take Maximum Milk Thistle™ if I am on Interferon®
or Rebetron® therapy?
There are no known interactions with milk thistle and
other drugs or herbs.
You may want to educate your primary healthcare provider about the fact that milk thistle has been shown to
lower elevated enzyme levels by protecting liver cells.
This way they can be aware that Maximum Milk Thistle™ could very well contribute to lower enzyme levels.
They may want to take that into account while evaluating clinical
progress.
Are there any contraindications to using Maximum Milk Thistle™?
According to the clinical data, there is no medical reason
not to take milk thistle extract of any kind. (See the answer
to the first question dealing with safety, especially the
information on the German Commission E Monographs).
Should I tell my doctor I am taking Maximum Milk Thistle™?
Yes, by all means, and refer your doctor to the clinical
studies and the other relevant information included on this
website if he/she is unfamiliar with milk thistle and its
uses and benefits.
If your doctor is closed-minded about herbal or other natural
approaches, perhaps you should get a second opinion from a
physician who takes a more integrative approach to healthcare.
What kind of guarantee do you provide?
Our
money-back guarantee is threefold.
First, we guarantee there is no better natural liver
protector than milk thistle extract.
Second, we guarantee you cannot find a more powerful
and effective milk thistle product than Maximum Milk Thistle™ anywhere, at any price.
Third, we guarantee you cannot find a milk thistle
product even nearly as effective as Maximum Milk Thistle™ for less money.
If you are unsatisfied for any reason simply return the unused
portion within 30 days from the date of purchase and you will
receive a full refund on the product purchase price.
Please include a copy of your invoice with any returns and
send the package to the address on the invoice. We value your
feedback. Please let us know how we can serve you better.
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