Diet
Diet for cirrhosis – rich in protein!
Diet for cirrhosis – rich in protein! An article that actually recommends a high protein diet – will wonders ever cease!!!! Craig A fundamental aspect of the hepatitis diet is to avoid alcohol of any kind. In cases where this rule is not respected, the liver cirrhosis occurrence is frequent and can lead to the…
Read MoreDiet and Weight Loss with Cirrhosis
Diet and Weight Loss I’m was only a slim guy before being hit with cirrhosis in Nov 2008, weighing around 155lbs. Over the Christmas period I was unbelievably sick and was throwing up at the top end and the bottom end was like a Peruvian mud slide! I lost weight, particularly muscle on my arms,…
Read MoreDandelion as a Diuretic
Dandelion as a Diuretic Source Besides their culinary uses as coffee substitute and salad ingredient, the root and leaf of this pervasive weed of the aster family are also used in traditional medicine. Dandelion is grown commercially in both the United States and Europe. Traditional Use Both dandelion leaf and root have been used for…
Read MoreCould Curcumin Help Your Liver?
Could Curcumin Help Your Liver? New research demonstrates that a compound in curry could help in the management of chronic liver disease. by Nicole Cutler, L.Ac. Curcumin is found in the cuisine of several Eastern hemisphere cultures. A compound in the spice turmeric, curcumin is classified as an antioxidant with reported anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties.…
Read MoreCoffee’s Liver Benefits
Coffee’s Liver Benefits The healthcare community has done its fair share of investigating the effects of drinking coffee, and a subsequent array of health warnings and encouragements have been issued regarding its regular consumption. Since the liver processes all that we ingest, people living with liver disease, including hepatitis, must be extra vigilant in watching…
Read MoreCoffee Slows Progression of Liver Disease
Coffee Slows Progression of Liver Disease People living with chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection and advanced liver disease who drink three or more cups of coffee per day have a 53 percent lower risk of liver disease progression than non-coffee drinkers, according to a new study published in the November issue of Hepatology. According…
Read MoreCirrhosis Risks Reduced By Eating Dark Chocolate
Cirrhosis Risks Reduced By Eating Dark Chocolate Dark chocolate has health benefits for those with cirrhosis and a related condition called portal hypertension, according to some recent research. This article explains the science behind this sweet news.|Dark chocolate is not only good for the heart. It can also be good for the liver, especially in…
Read MoreCirrhosis – Dietary Factors
Cirrhosis – Dietary Factors Healthy Foods. Because important antioxidant vitamins are depleted in the cirrhotic liver, cirrhosis patients should maintain a diet rich in fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Antioxidant Supplements. There is some preliminary laboratory evidence that various antioxidant supplements including vitamin E, selenium, and S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe) may help protect against liver damage…
Read MoreCaffeine Consumption Associated With Less Severe Liver Fibrosis
Caffeine Consumption ScienceDaily (Jan. 6, 2010) — Researchers from the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) determined that patients with chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) who consumed more than 308 mg of caffeine daily had milder liver fibrosis. The daily amount of caffeine intake found to be beneficial is equivalent to…
Read MoreBreakfast Counts Towards Your Liver’s Health
Breakfast Counts Towards Your Liver’s Health In addition to providing steady energy levels throughout the day, find out why eating the right foods in the morning may prevent or reverse fatty liver disease. by Nicole Cutler, L.Ac. Fatty liver disease is steadily climbing as one of today’s premiere health threats. Because a fatty liver can…
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