Diet
Turmeric for Hepatitis C, Liver Disease and Beyond
The foods you choose to consume can benefit a liver with Hepatitis C – or it can be harmful. Living with the Hepatitis C virus, or any type of chronic liver disease, is a constant reminder of this fact. The more educated we become on which foods are the most beneficial to the liver, the…
Read MoreStudy shows broccoli may offer protection against liver cancer
Study shows broccoli may offer protection against liver cancer By Stephanie Henry, University of Illinois Today at 4:26 p.m. URBANA, Ill. – Consumption of broccoli has increased in the United States over the last few decades as scientists have reported that eating the vegetable three to five times per week can lower the risk of…
Read MoreThe Most Important Meal of the Day
** Note: The source of this article is a Hep C publication and of course it talks about hep c. For those without hep c substitute liver disease as the meaning is the same ** By Nicole Cutler L.Ac. May 6, 2015 Living with chronic Hepatitis C leaves some with a disadvantaged liver, requiring extra…
Read MoreThe Advantages of Consuming Protein for Liver Health
The Advantages of Consuming Protein for Liver Health Once associated with bodybuilders looking to increase muscle mass, protein powders actually have many applications – including helping those with some types of liver problems. Providing your body with the ingredients needed to be at the top of your game is no easy task, especially when…
Read MoreIs Turkey a Good Food for Liver Health?
Is Turkey a Good Food for Liver Health? Thanksgiving meals tend to revolve around turkey. Discover if this lean meat has any liver health benefits. Eating Turkey for Liver Health The esteemed turkey is the highlight of most Thanksgiving meals. Even though Americans often regard their Thanksgiving feast as a time for waist-expanding food indulgences,…
Read MoreRole of Nutrition in the Management of Hepatic Encephalopathy in End-Stage Liver Failure
I get very frustrated when I see posts on support forums which continually blame protein for HE. The reason given is that protein produces ammonia and ammonia causes HE. Now here’s the issues….. Firstly as pointed out in the article if you read it ‘carefully’, malnutrition is present in most cases of cirrhosis. The ability…
Read MoreTop 4 foods for a healthy liver
Top 4 foods for a healthy liver You may not give your liver much thought. After all, a healthy liver helps you digest food, absorb nutrients, and filter toxins from your body without any effort on your part. However, you shouldn’t take liver health for granted. Chronic liver disease, which is the “gradual destruction of…
Read MoreCold Coffee Drinks Your Liver Will Love
Cold Coffee Drinks Your Liver Will Love Nicole Cutler L.Ac. June 25th, 2013 This summer, learn which iced coffee beverages from two popular national chains actually aid liver health – and which ones could possibly do harm. Cold Coffee Drinks Your Liver Will Love Over the past few years, several media outlets have announced that…
Read MoreWhat Berry Is Best for Your Liver?
What Berry Is Best for Your Liver? There is little doubt that strawberries, raspberries and blueberries are nutritious, but which one of these berries is best for preserving liver health? Packed with powerful nutrients, berries are an ideal, healthful, liver-friendly food. Strawberries, raspberries and blueberries are some of our most popular berries; each offering unique…
Read MoreThe Link Between Liver Disease and Dairy Problems
The Link Between Liver Disease and Dairy Problems Likely a consequence of small intestine bacterial overgrowth, many people with chronic liver disease may have difficulty digesting dairy. We all seem to know someone who avoids eating ice cream and cheese due to lactose intolerance. However, many with liver disease unknowingly fall into the same…
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