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I have a hepatic steatosis caused by alcohol, i decided to take milk thistle, but i don't know safe doses, can you please advise me how much (minimum dose) leaves and seeds can i consume of milk thistle daily that it was safe?

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Milk thistle is an OTC product and thus there is NO REGULATION of what they can put in it. I recommend not using any supplements as they Fido not have to demonstrate they are safe OR effective in doing anything. Beware.

Answered 5/17/2021

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