Liver health

Coffee is one of the world’s favorite beverages consumed by millions of people for many reasons. Not only is coffee a delicious drink, but for many of us it is the kick-start to our day. There is an extensive body of research in support of its health-boosting benefits. Studies have shown coffee can improve heart ...click here to read more

The holidays have long past and its time we get back to our daily routine. During the holiday season we tend to overindulge – too much food, sweet and of course, alcohol. We toast to each other, we toast to the New Year, it seems everything we do surrounding the holidays involves alcohol, and if ...click here to read more

It’s hard to pinpoint when our liver is sick, which is why it’s so important to always pay attention to your body and recognize the signs. Symptoms of an unwell liver include loss of appetite, weight loss, yellowing of the skin and bruising, just to name a few. Because many of the symptoms associated with ...click here to read more

In people who inject drugs (PWID), late chronic HCV (hepatitis C virus) disease therapy can cause severe liver damage. Worldwide there is an estimated 12.7 million people who inject drugs. Hepatitis C virus is a blood-borne viral infection estimated to affect 160 million people worldwide. HCV can contribute to cirrhosis of the liver, and if left untreated chronic ...click here to read more

New research suggests prolonged hours sitting can contribute to non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) among middle-aged Koreans. Numerous studies have come out supporting the fact that sitting for long periods of time, or living a sedentary life, can contribute to many negative health effects. Sitting and chronic disease have largely been studied as of late, ...click here to read more

When we discuss liver diseases many of us immediately think of alcohol or drug use. In reality there are actually over 100 different types of liver disease which can impact the function of the liver. The liver is the only organ in the body with regenerative capabilities. The liver has many different roles, like purifying ...click here to read more

We all know that alcohol is bad for our livers but we rarely take the opportunity to explore why. Overall, alcohol is bad for your body, but your liver gets hit first. Here’s what happens when alcohol sucker punches your liver. Why alcohol harms the liver Alcohol is made primarily from ethanol, which your liver ...click here to read more

Our liver is an important organ that is responsible for many functions in the body. When it becomes damaged we begin to feel ill, but symptoms may often be confused with other illnesses. It’s important to keep our liver healthy as it is a powerhouse for good health. Elevated liver enzymes may indicate a problem ...click here to read more

With aging it may seem normal to experience a loss in brain function, but often there are many contributing factors aside from age that takes a toll on brain function. Brain damage and dementia are just some other factors which can contribute to a loss in brain function. Another factor that diminishes brain function is ...click here to read more

Your liver could use some love. It doesn’t get nearly as much attention as the heart, brain or even lungs. It’s usually the last organ to get checked out when you’re suffering from an illness. But all those years of neglect is leading to an epidemic. The American Liver Foundation (ALF) estimated 30-million Americans have ...click here to read more

We all want to drink clean water, and so we’ll head out and buy special filters to help provide that for us. We fill up the jug and the water slowly trickles through the filter making it as clean and pure as it can. But after a while the filter may get clogged and diminish ...click here to read more

What performs 500 different functions, weighs about three pounds, can regenerate itself and ensure the body is toxic-free? Your liver! This highly important, but often overlooked organ is a powerhouse when it comes to the human body. With such a vital role, making sure it stays healthy will help put you on a path to ...click here to read more

How many times have you said or maybe heard someone say, “My liver hurts,” or “My liver doesn’t feel well.” Probably never. That’s because unlike other ailments, like a cold, stomach flu or injury, our livers don’t send out direct signals of distress. This is why it’s that much more important to recognize the subtle ...click here to read more

The Importance of Liver in our Body Your liver is the most important organ in your body. It is the major fat-burning organ in the body. It is the furnace and energy factory in the body. It is the mechanical filter and cleanser of your blood. In fact, it is the organ of your longevity. ...click here to read more