Category Archives: Liver

Chronic heavy drinking can cause serious damage to the liver. This is because alcohol is a toxin that can harm the liver cells. Over time, this can lead to inflammation and scarring of the liver, interfering with its function. In severe cases, excessive drinking can even lead to liver failure. Like anything else, too much ...click here to read more

Although you might think alcohol is the number one threat to your liver, it actually wasn’t – until the pandemic hit. Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, which hit North America in March 2020, diet was the number one cause of liver-associated disease and transplants. Diets high in sugar and processed foods, in particular. But booze ...click here to read more

New research has found that approximately one in four adults worldwide has a liver disorder that could put them at a higher risk for heart disease. The condition, called non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), occurs when elevated amounts of fat are deposited in the liver, resulting in inflammation and scarring. Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is ...click here to read more

Recent research suggests that women who experience prolonged or irregular periods may have an increased risk for liver disease. The study found that women with irregular or long periods were more likely to have non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, or NAFLD, than those with shorter or more consistent menstrual cycles. NAFLD is a chronic condition caused ...click here to read more

Fatty liver disease is a growing concern as doctors see an increase in cases globally. Although a high-fat diet is not enough to cause short-term fatty liver disease, if it is combined with the intake of beverages sweetened with liquid fructose, researchers have found that it may increase the risk. The accumulation of these fats ...click here to read more

Data suggests that people were drinking early in the pandemic. And that they were drinking a lot. There is plenty of data to show how much. Earlier reports suggested that U.S. alcohol sales rose 54 percent in the pandemic’s first week alone. But what does that look like from a health perspective? Of course, there ...click here to read more

Although many have been doing it for years, there is a recent surge in the popularity of abandoning alcohol to begin the year. But is “dry” January really doing any good? The short-term New Year’s resolution may actually offer some health benefits, particularly to heavy drinkers. Those who drink moderately, however, are unlikely to experience ...click here to read more

Exercise can play a great role in preventing the development of fatty liver disease. A new study from the German Center for diabetes research (DZD) has shown which molecular adaptations of the liver mitochondria are observed during exercise. Some mice were fed a high-energy diet for this study, while others received regular treadmill training. After ...click here to read more

This holiday season may have the makings of a bit of a doozy. After a year off, many people welcome back friends and loved ones for holiday celebrations. And while it’s recommended that get-togethers remain small and selective to limit the risk of COVID-19, it’s still likely that when you’re celebrating, you might do it ...click here to read more

New data is showing that more older people are ending up on liver transplant waiting lists than at any point in history. And although the pandemic may play a small role in the uptick, it is certainly not the main driver. But alcohol use and obesity are. In fact, these two causes have overtaken hepatitis ...click here to read more

Most people associate liver disease with alcoholism or hepatitis. In the past, that may have applied. These days, however, obesity is the primary driver of liver disease. And it’s killing people. Advanced fatty liver disease, which is brought on by excessive fat levels in the liver, can boost a person’s risk of dying by seven ...click here to read more

People in many parts of North America are looking for ways to stay warm as the temperatures drop. Some will use alcohol to help them reach their goal. The occasional drink isn’t likely to cause any long-term health damage. Sticking to one or two per day, depending on your size and weight, is likely safe. ...click here to read more

People with higher levels of liver fat may be more at risk for type 2 diabetes (T2D) compared to those with lower levels. New research presented at the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) found that the amount of liver fat stored in the organ may be related to diabetes, regardless of their ...click here to read more

Simple changes to a daily diet could make a big difference in overall health. A new study published in the journal Nature Food suggests that certain foods can create net beneficial or detrimental health burdens, which could ultimately lead to time taken off of life. The study evaluated more than 5,800 foods, ranking them by ...click here to read more