Milk thistle extract
Low GI
GL 3 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic impact
- Low nutrient density beyond silymarin
Milk thistle extract has a glycemic index of 10, lower than plain Milk thistle (15).
Updated Jul 6, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Milk thistle
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 30 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2 g |
| Natural | 2 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 30 g |
| Soluble | 9 g |
| Insoluble | 21 g |
| Protein | 10 g |
| Fat | 5 g |
| Saturated | 0.5 g |
| Unsaturated | 4.5 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic impact
- High fiber content
- Low nutrient density beyond silymarin
- Potential limited bioavailability depending on form
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Milk thistle extract?
Milk thistle extract has a glycemic index of 10 (Low) and a glycemic load of 3 per 100 g.
Is Milk thistle extract good for people with insulin resistance?
Milk thistle extract has a low glycemic index (10), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Milk thistle has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Milk thistle in this database, Milk thistle has the lowest glycemic load (1 per 100 g).
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