Wellness expert Carrie Demers, MD, answers your questions about how to repair and revitalize your liver health. I recently went to see an acupuncturist for some chronic digestive problems and she told me that my liver is congested. Is this something serious? What should I do? Consider this diagnosis a wake-up call. A congested or … Read more
We receive a lot of questions regarding the possibility of getting insurance plans for liver disease, so we’ve decided to do some researches about this matter. Having liver disease can be a long, hard road with many questions and unknowns. One of those unknowns might be whether or not you can qualify for any kind … Read more
Soak Your Way to a Healthier Liver In the quest for better liver health and detoxification, a surprising trend has emerged: detox baths. These soothing soaks, infused with specific ingredients, are gaining popularity as a complementary therapy for improving liver function and overall well-being. But does science support the hype? Let’s dive into the world … Read more
The following is a guest post by Ann Fernholm, author, science journalist and PhD in molecular biotechnology. She is the founder of the not-for-profit Dietary Science Foundation. Approximately 25 percent of adults in the Western world have fatty liver and are thus at an increased risk of developing cirrhosis, liver cancer, type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Fatty … Read more
Fish oil is hailed for its plentiful health benefits. But new research suggests that the long-term consumption of fish oil or sunflower oil may increase the risk of fatty liver disease later in life. By studying rats, researchers found that lifelong intake of sunflower oil or fish oil led to changes in the liver that make the … Read more
Fatty liver disease is a growing health concern that can lead to serious liver damage if left unchecked. Fortunately, making some simple lifestyle changes can help reverse fatty liver disease naturally. Here are five effective strategies to get you started: 1. Adopt a Healthy Diet A balanced, nutrient-rich diet is crucial for reversing fatty liver … Read more
Your liver is one of the hardest-working organs in your body, playing a crucial role in detoxification, digestion, and metabolism. However, when it starts to struggle, it sends out distress signals that should not be ignored. Here are ten warning signs that your liver might be in trouble: 1. Fatigue and Weakness Persistent tiredness and … Read more
Every year, you hear more people start doing yoga. Maybe it’s your friend, a coworker, or a family member. There’s something magnetic about the practice, that makes everyone instantly attracted to it. Although it’s getting more and more popular, yoga is much more than just a trend. Even if people go to their first class … Read more
Located in the upper right-hand portion of the body, the liver is your largest internal organ. It’s responsible for many vital functions, including detoxification, metabolism, digestion, production of essential protein components, and storage of important nutrients, vitamins, and minerals. Liver damage can cause disruption to these functions, affecting your health. Failure to taking good care of your life … Read more
White liver disease, also known as “white liver syndrome,” is a condition that affects the liver and can lead to serious health complications. This disease is characterized by the accumulation of fat in the liver, which causes it to appear white or pale in color, rather than the normal reddish-brown hue. In this article, we … Read more
=Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is a condition where excessive fat accumulates in the liver, causing damage and inflammation. Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) is a severe form of NAFLD that can lead to liver fibrosis, cirrhosis, and liver cancer. In recent years, researchers have developed … Read more
If you’ve been diagnosed with Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD), your doctor may have mentioned something called the NAFLD Fibrosis Score. But what exactly is it, and why does it matter? In this article, we’ll explore everything you need to know about the NAFLD Fibrosis Score. We’ll start by defining what NAFLD is, then move … Read more