Milk Thistle

Kefiviva

Form: Liquid

Botanical Name: Silybum marianum
Common Name: Milk Thistle, Blessed Milk Thistle, Holy Thistle, Lady’s Thistle Ginseng, Red Maca
Family: Asteraceae
Used Part: Seeds

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Kefiviva™

Fermented Milk Thistle

Form: Liquid

Botanical Name: Silybum marianum

Common Name: Milk Thistle

Family: Asteraceae

Used Part: Seeds

Milk thistle, a flowering herb native to the Mediterranean region, has been used for centuries as a natural remedy for liver health and detoxification. Traditionally valued for its protective effects on the liver and its ability to support digestion, milk thistle is rich in powerful antioxidants. Fermentation enhances its bioavailability, amplifying its detoxifying, liver-protective, and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Health Benefits

Liver health and detoxification
Antioxidant properties
Anti-inflammatory effects
Digestive support
Immune system support
Cellular protection
Cardiovascular health

Technical Data & Applications Overview

Our fermented milk thistle provides a robust combination of detoxifying and protective benefits, enhanced through fermentation to maximize absorption and efficacy. This versatile ingredient is well-suited for a variety of health-focused applications.

Wellness shots and elixirs
Adaptogenic drinks
Teas and herbals
Energy drinks and sports drinks
Sodas and lemonades
Mocktails and cocktails
Juices and smoothies
Fermented vegetables

Fermented milk thistle delivers a mildly earthy flavor balanced by fermentation, making it an excellent ingredient for beverages and foods that support liver health and detoxification. Its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties make it ideal for formulations targeting wellness and cellular protection.

Fermentation enhances milk thistle’s bioactive compounds, amplifying its therapeutic potential. Key phytocompounds include:

Flavonolignans: Silymarin
Phenolic Acids: Caffeic acid, Chlorogenic acid
Flavonoids: Quercetin, Kaempferol

These compounds are known for their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and liver-protective effects, supporting detoxification and cellular health. Soluble in water, they can be easily extracted for diverse applications.

Fermentation enriches milk thistle’s nutrient profile, making its active compounds more bioavailable and enhancing its health benefits.

Molecules: Silymarin, Flavonoids, Phenolic Compounds…
Organic Acids: Acetic, Gluconic, Succinic acids
Vitamines
Minerals: Gluconate and acetate forms (Mg, Ca)
Amino acids: Tryptophan, Glutamic acid, Proline, Aspartic acid
Others: Polysaccharides, Oligosaccharides, Soluble sugars & alcohol (low concentration), Glycerol
Enzymes: Hydrolase, Lipase, Amylase

Through fermentation, milk thistle is predigested, allowing its nutrients to be easily absorbed by the body. This process enhances its liver-protective, antioxidant, and detoxifying properties, making fermented milk thistle ideal for formulations targeting liver health and overall vitality.

List of ingredients: Water, Organic milk thistle seeds, Organic raw cane sugar*, Symbiosis of yeasts (Schizosaccharomyces pombe, Zygosaccharomyces bailii, Dekkera bruxellensis) and bacteria (Komagataeibacter sp., Gluconoacetobacter sp.)
* Consumed by microorganisms

Lifetime: 2 years

Storage: Keep container tightly close in a cool (between 39 and 68°F), dry and dark place.

Our fermented ingredient is available in two convenient formats to suit various needs: