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Is Milk Thistle Supplement Effective In Promoting Liver Function?

Hi I would like to take milk thistle for liver/gallbladder health and I read it mimics estrogen. I had pre-cancer cells removed from my L breast and was told never to take hormones or natural supplements that mimic hormones/estrogen. I also read that milk thistle from the seed does not mimic estrogen just the milk thistle plant does, giving the impression I could take it, if I bought a supplement made from the seeds. What is your opinion? Thank You Beth
Wed, 29 Aug 2018
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Hi,

Milk-thistle supplements does not have any proven health benefits. However you can continue the same as it won’t harm your body.

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Is Milk Thistle Supplement Effective In Promoting Liver Function?

Hi, Milk-thistle supplements does not have any proven health benefits. However you can continue the same as it won’t harm your body. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.