Milk thistle (Active Element silymarin) is traditionally been used
to treat liver and gallbladder disorders, promote breast milk
production.
Although milk thistle is most often used for liver conditions, such
as hepatitis and cirrhosis, diabetes, heartburn, upset stomach
(dyspepsia), hangover, ,menstrual pain, depression, help reduce
liver inflammation and liver damage.
It can be taken on an empty stomach, this makes it work faster.
It might take more than 3 months for milk thistle products to show
benefit.