NatroVital St Mary's Thistle

NatroVital Organic St Mary's Thistle - 100ml Alcohol-Free Tincture

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• St Mary’s Thistle (Silybum marianum) also known as milk thistle has long been regarded in Western herbal medicine as one of the most important herbs for supporting and protecting the liver. Traditionally, it was used to help maintain normal liver function, encourage bile flow, and assist the body’s natural detoxification processes. Herbalists prescribed it for complaints such as sluggish digestion, poor fat metabolism, jaundice, and discomfort following overindulgence in rich food or alcohol. Its role was to strengthen the liver’s capacity to cleanse and restore itself after periods of dietary or lifestyle overload.

  Modern research has identified the active compound group silymarin, which helps protect liver cells from free-radical damage and supports the regeneration of healthy tissue by promoting protein synthesis within the liver. This scientific understanding reflects what herbalists observed centuries ago — that St Mary’s Thistle helps renew vitality when the liver has been overworked or weakened.

  It is often included in formulations that support healthy digestion, promote efficient bile flow, assist regular elimination through the liver and bowels, and help maintain clear, healthy skin. Its influence also extends to healthy cholesterol management and stable blood-sugar balance, reflecting its broad value in supporting healthy metabolism and sustained vitality.

  Energetic qualities: In Western herbal tradition, St Mary’s Thistle is considered cooling and drying. It is chosen when there is internal heat, congestion, or heaviness in the liver or digestive tract. By promoting steady bile flow and easing digestive congestion, it helps the body eliminate waste more effectively and supports the liver’s ongoing renewal and protection.

  NatroVital St Mary's Thistle delivers this time-honoured herb in a pure, alcohol-free liquid extract. Using only vegetable glycerine and purified Grander water, it offers a clean, easy-to-take form that fits effortlessly into daily wellness routines—ideal for those seeking the traditional benefits of St Mary's Thistle without alcohol or unnecessary additives.

  Please Note: NatroVital St Mary's Thistle is professionally formulated using traditional herbal knowledge. It is not listed with the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Australian law only permits therapeutic claims for products that are TGA-listed or registered. As such, we refer to traditional use to describe how herbs have historically been used in herbal medicine. If unsure, please contact our clinic before purchasing.

• NatroVital St Mary’s Thistle Ingredients

  Each 1mL serve contains:

  • Organic St Mary’s Thistle (Silybum marianum) 500mg

  Bottle Size: 100mL liquid extract

  Our Commitment to Purity – Excipients in St Mary’s Thistle

  NatroVital St Mary’s Thistle contains only what your body needs — pure St Mary’s Thistle (Silybum marianum) extract in a base of vegetable glycerine and purified, chlorine- and fluoride-free Grander water. That’s it. No alcohol, no artificial colours, flavours or sweeteners, and no unnecessary additives. Just a clean, practitioner-formulated herbal extract designed for purity, potency and effectiveness in every drop.

  • Vegan and Vegetarian Friendly: Free from all animal-derived ingredients, dairy and eggs — ideal for plant-based lifestyles.
  • Pure and Alcohol-Free: Contains no alcohol, fillers, colours, preservatives, flavours, sweeteners, binders or excipients of any kind.
  • Allergy-Friendly: Made without gluten, lactose, soy, yeast, corn, nuts, seafood or common allergens.

  With NatroVital St Mary’s Thistle, what you see is exactly what you get — clean, honest ingredients crafted to support the body’s natural cleansing and renewal pathways. Traditionally used in Western herbal medicine to maintain healthy liver function, encourage bile flow and assist the body’s natural detoxification processes, St Mary’s Thistle was also valued for supporting recovery from jaundice, sluggish digestion and digestive discomfort following overindulgence in rich foods or alcohol. Its role was to strengthen the liver’s capacity to cleanse and restore itself after periods of dietary or lifestyle overload.

  Modern research identifies the active compound group silymarin as helping protect liver cells from oxidative stress and supporting tissue repair by promoting healthy protein synthesis. These findings reinforce what herbalists observed for centuries — that St Mary’s Thistle helps renew vitality when the liver has been overworked or weakened.

  It is often included in formulations that encourage steady bile flow, improve fat digestion, aid the removal of metabolic waste through the liver and bowels, and help maintain clear, healthy skin. By enhancing how the liver and kidneys share the body’s cleansing workload, St Mary’s Thistle supports overall metabolic health and sustained vitality.

  Want to know more about excipients?
  Discover why we avoid them and what really goes into most supplements in our latest blog: The Truth About Excipients — What’s Really in Your Supplements.

  How NatroVital St Mary’s Thistle is Made

  We begin with a carefully balanced extraction process designed to capture St Mary’s Thistle’s key phytochemicals — including silymarin flavonolignans, flavonoids and bitter principles — known for supporting healthy liver function and natural detoxification. These compounds contribute to the herb’s traditional use in promoting bile flow, aiding digestion and protecting liver tissue from everyday metabolic stress.

  After extraction, the alcohol is gently removed under vacuum at low temperatures to preserve the herb’s delicate plant constituents. The concentrated extract is then blended with vegetable glycerine and purified Grander water, creating a premium-quality, alcohol-free tonic that maintains the herb’s integrity, potency and natural synergy.

  St Mary’s Thistle has a long history of use in Western herbal medicine to support liver health, assist the body’s natural cleansing functions and promote healthy digestion. By helping the liver filter waste, process nutrients and regenerate its cells, it plays a vital role in maintaining energy, metabolic balance and internal renewal.

  Unlike tablets, capsules or powders that must first be digested, liquid herbal tonics deliver active plant compounds in a form the body can absorb quickly and efficiently. Free from synthetic binders, fillers or additives, each drop of NatroVital St Mary’s Thistle provides pure herbal support to promote liver vitality, digestive balance and everyday wellbeing.

  Locally Made with Integrity: Every bottle of NatroVital St Mary’s Thistle is proudly crafted in our Australian facility. As a small, independently owned business, we’re committed to local production, herbal purity and creating practitioner-grade formulas made with genuine care and respect for traditional plant medicine.

• ◄What is the recommended dosage for NatroVital St Mary’s Thistle?

  The daily adult dose is 5 mL, divided into two serves of 2.5 mL — one in the morning and one in the evening. One mL is approximately 20 drops. Add each dose to a small glass of water or juice, drink immediately, and swirl the glass to ensure any remaining liquid is also consumed. Always follow the guidance of your healthcare provider.

  ▼What We Often Combine with NatroVital St Mary’s Thistle in Clinic

  St Mary’s Thistle is often paired with other NatroVital herbal extracts that support liver health, digestion, and natural detoxification:

  • For enhanced liver cleansing and bile flow: Liver Detox or Liver Stress.
  • For digestive comfort and nutrient absorption: Digestive Support or Stomach Support.
  • For antioxidant and immune protection: Antioxidant Support or Green Cleanse.

  These combinations reflect traditional herbal practice and are selected based on individual needs under professional guidance.

  ▼Why choose NatroVital over other supplement brands?

  NatroVital is a proudly Australian-owned and operated company founded by Greg Newson — a qualified naturopath, herbalist, and nutritionist with over 20 years of clinical experience. Our range was created to deliver clean, practitioner-grade formulas without synthetic binders, fillers, flavours, or unnecessary additives.

  At NatroVital, what’s left out is just as important as what goes in. Every product, including St Mary’s Thistle, is crafted without alcohol, preservatives, or artificial ingredients — only pure herbal extracts in a base of vegetable glycerine and purified Grander water.

  All NatroVital products are produced in small batches at our Australian facility. As a family-run business, we’re dedicated to creating honest, practitioner-formulated supplements you can trust.

  ◄Is NatroVital St Mary’s Thistle formulated with any preservatives or artificial ingredients?

  No. NatroVital St Mary’s Thistle contains only vegetable glycerine and purified water (free from chlorine and fluoride). It does not contain alcohol, artificial flavours, colourings, sweeteners, or preservatives. St Mary’s Thistle is also free from animal products, dairy, gluten, wheat, soy, nuts, yeast, corn, and other common allergens.

  ◄Is NatroVital St Mary’s Thistle suitable for Vegans and Vegetarians?

  Yes. NatroVital St Mary’s Thistle is suitable for both Vegans and Vegetarians as it contains no animal-derived ingredients and is made solely from plant-based components.

  ◄Are there any contraindications for using NatroVital St Mary’s Thistle?

  St Mary’s Thistle (Silybum marianum), commonly known as Milk Thistle, is generally considered safe for most people when used within recommended dosages. However, there are some potential interactions with medications.

  Cytochrome P450 Interactions: St Mary’s Thistle can affect the activity of certain enzymes in the liver, including cytochrome P450 enzymes. This might impact the metabolism of various medications that are processed by these enzymes, potentially altering their effectiveness.

  Anti-diabetic Medications: St Mary’s Thistle can help normalise blood sugar. If you’re taking medications for diabetes, using St Mary’s Thistle alongside them could potentially lead to changes in blood sugar levels.

  Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before adding St Mary’s Thistle to your health regimen, especially if you are taking prescription medications or have underlying health conditions. They can provide personalised guidance based on your specific situation and help you avoid any potential interactions or contraindications.

  ▼Is NatroVital St Mary’s Thistle a therapeutic medicine?

  NatroVital St Mary’s Thistle is a practitioner-formulated herbal supplement made from Silybum marianum, traditionally used in Western herbal medicine to support liver function, detoxification and digestion. It is not listed with the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

  In Australia, only products listed or registered with the TGA can make therapeutic claims. We share recognised traditional uses to help you understand the herb’s history and its place in herbal practice. If you’re unsure whether St Mary’s Thistle is right for you, please speak with your healthcare provider.

  ▼Why isn’t NatroVital St Mary’s Thistle listed with the TGA?

  We’ve chosen not to list NatroVital St Mary’s Thistle with the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) so we can openly discuss its traditional uses and keep our products affordable and adaptable. TGA listing involves language restrictions, higher compliance costs, and less flexibility in production.

  Remaining AustL-exempt allows us to continue crafting small-batch, practitioner-formulated products that focus purely on quality, transparency, and value.

  At NatroVital, we believe natural supplements should work with your body — not against it. Every formula we create is grounded in clinical experience, made with integrity, and designed to support your health the way nature intended.