Natural Factors Herbal Factors, Milk Thistle, 250 mg, 60 Capsules supplement bottle
Natural Factors

Herbal Factors, Milk Thistle, 250 mg, 60 Capsules

What We Researched
3 active ingredients analyzed · 4 inactive ingredients decoded · 5 brand certifications checked · 3 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
62
Product Score Fair
88
Brand Score Good

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Milk Thistle Extract (Silybum marianum) (seed) Containing 200 mg (80%) total flavonoids Standardized to 150 mg silymarins including silybin 250 mg **
Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) (root) 55 mg **
Turmeric (Curcuma longa) (root) 27.5 mg **
Bioavailability Very Poor

Absorption Rating

  • Milk Thistle Extract (Silybum marianum) (seed) Containing 200 mg (80%) total flavonoids Standardized to 150 mg silymarins including silybin Poor
  • Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) (root) Fair
  • Turmeric (Curcuma longa) (root) Poor
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Gelatin Capsule (Gelatin, Purified Water)
  • Rice Powder
  • Magnesium Stearate (Vegetable Grade)
  • Silica
Efficacy Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Milk Thistle Extract (Silybum marianum) (seed) Containing 200 mg (80%) total flavonoids Standardized to 150 mg silymarins including silybin 250 mg Effective
  • Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) (root) 55 mg Under-dosed
  • Turmeric (Curcuma longa) (root) 27.5 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Milk Thistle Extract (Silybum marianum) (seed) Containing 200 mg (80%) total flavonoids Standardized to 150 mg silymarins including silybin 250 mg **
Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) (root) 55 mg **
Turmeric (Curcuma longa) (root) 27.5 mg **

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Gelatin Capsule (Gelatin, Purified Water) Safe

It is used to encapsulate supplement ingredients.

Rice Powder Safe

It is used as a filler or flow agent.

Magnesium Stearate (Vegetable Grade) Generally_safe

It is used to prevent ingredients from sticking to manufacturing equipment.

Silica Safe

Prevents ingredients from clumping and improves powder flow.

Price Comparison

Price History

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Brand Trust Report
Natural Factors

Founded 1950 · Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada · 390 products · naturalfactors.com

Certifications

5 certifications
B Corp Certified Verified Source
Usp Verified Verified Source
Fda Gmp Inspections Verified Source
Non Gmo Project Verified Source
Usda Organic Verified Source

Transparency

4 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Verified Source
Testing Lab Disclosure — Verified Source
In House Testing — Verified Source

Violation History

5 incidents
Prop 65 Lead2025-10-31Source
Recall Hi Potency B Complex, RevitalX, Super Multi® IRON FREE2024-07-19Source
Lawsuit Products labeled as containing glucosamine sulfate did not contain the ingredient.2021Source
Prop 65 Lead2016-01-13Source
Recall Natural Factors L-Arginine 500mg2006-04-05Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Natural Factors Herbal Factors, Milk Thistle a good supplement?

Natural Factors Herbal Factors, Milk Thistle, 250 mg, 60 Capsules received a product quality score of 62/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 3 active ingredients Of the 4 inactive ingredients, 3 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, Natural Factors, holds a brand trust score of 88/100 with 5 verified certifications including B Corp Certified, Usp Verified, Fda Gmp Inspections, Non Gmo Project.

What are the ingredients in Natural Factors Herbal Factors, Milk Thistle?

Natural Factors Herbal Factors, Milk Thistle contains 3 active ingredients: Milk Thistle Extract (Silybum marianum) (seed) Containing 200 mg (80%) total flavonoids Standardized to 150 mg silymarins including silybin (250 mg), Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) (root) (55 mg), Turmeric (Curcuma longa) (root) (27.5 mg). Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Natural Factors Herbal Factors, Milk Thistle safe to take?

Natural Factors Herbal Factors, Milk Thistle, 250 mg, 60 Capsules has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.

Is Natural Factors a trustworthy supplement brand?

Natural Factors receives a brand trust score of 88/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1950 and headquartered in Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada, the company offers 390 products in their lineup. They hold 5 verified certifications including B Corp Certified, Usp Verified, Fda Gmp Inspections, Non Gmo Project. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: Natural Factors has 5 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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