Liver

Primary biliary cholangitis (previously known as primary biliary cirrhosis or PBC) is a type of autoimmune liver disease. The autoimmune condition causes damage to the liver bile ducts, leading to symptoms such as fatigue, poor memory, liver fibrosis, and even liver failure. Scientists have developed a new test to better detect patients who are at ...click here to read more

Fibrosis risk may be reduced with coffee consumption in fatty liver disease patients. The growing rates of diabetes, obesity, and metabolic syndrome resulted in the greater prevalence of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), which is becoming the leading cause of chronic liver disease. In some patients, NAFLD progresses into its extreme form, nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), ...click here to read more

Cirrhosis risk increases with daily alcohol drinking, according to research. Every year, nearly 170,000 people die of cirrhosis of the liver in Europe, and alcohol drinking is a very strong risk factor for this condition. The researchers have uncovered that alcohol drinking patterns influence the risk of cirrhosis, with daily drinking having a greater impact ...click here to read more

Your liver is the major fat-burning organ in your body. It is your furnace and energy factory. It is the mechanical filter and cleanser of your blood. In fact, it is the organ of your longevity. Think of it this way: Take away the letter “R” at the end of liver and what do you ...click here to read more

In an enlarged liver, the ability to perform many of its functions is impaired. Our liver helps clean our blood by removing harmful chemicals. It creates liquid bile, which helps break down fat in food. It stores sugar, also referred to as glucose. Glucose gives us energy whenever we need it. When a person has ...click here to read more

Primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC) is a disease of the liver in which the bile ducts slowly become destroyed. A fluid produced by the liver, bile aids in digestion and helps rid the body of worn-out red blood cells, cholesterol, and toxins. When the bile ducts become destroyed, harmful substances start building up in the liver, ...click here to read more

Healthy liver function is an integral part of being healthy as the liver carries out hundreds of processes to ensure the body stays well. The American Liver Foundation estimates that at least one in 10 Americans – or 30 million people – are living with some form of liver disease. And if this number is ...click here to read more

Additional evidence has come to light linking obesity to liver cancer. The study found that a larger waistline, high body mass index, and type 2 diabetes increase a person’s risk for liver cancer. Coauthor Peter Campbell said, “We found that each of these three factors was associated, robustly, with liver cancer risk.” Rates of liver ...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

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) progression to fibrosis and cirrhosis can be identified by a novel method combining multiple non-invasive measures. NAFLD develops when fat accumulates in the liver. It is estimated that roughly 100 million Americans have NAFLD. Many patients with NAFLD do not experience symptoms, but the disease can ultimately progress to cirrhosis ...click here to read more

Fatty liver and abdominal obesity are independently linked to snacking on high-fat and high-sugar foods. Obesity is a growing problem, according to the World Health Organization, with over 200 million men and nearly 300 million women being obese worldwide. Lead author of the study Dr. Mireille Serlie said, “American children consume up to 27 percent ...click here to read more

Bile is produced by the liver and is used to aid in proper digestion. It helps the body eliminate waste from the blood. The salts found in bile can emulsify fat and break it down into smaller particles. Bile can help the body absorb those broken down products of fat within the gut. As mentioned, bile is ...click here to read more

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease develops when fat accumulates in the liver. This can occur in individuals who don’t drink alcohol or who drink in moderation. In some people, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) causes no symptoms or complications. However, if it progresses, it can ultimately lead to liver failure. If you’re diabetic you should also ...click here to read more

The American Liver Foundation (ALF) estimated that 30 million Americans have some form of liver disease – that’s roughly one in 10 people. The ALF also states there are more than 100 different forms of liver disease. Similarly, within Canada, the country sees about 5,000 deaths annually linked to liver disease. Clearly, North Americans need ...click here to read more