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Teas for Liver Health Bupleurum Root is used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis, enlarged liver or spleen, chemical liver damage, liver stasis or liver congestion, depression and irregular menstruation. It is cited as an herb that increases protein synthesis in the liver, and reduces inflammation by inhibiting prostaglandin production. Contraindications: Pregnant and nursing women…
Surprise superfoods: Forget blueberries. Dieticians say popcorn and pork scratchings are bursting with nutrients – and could be GOOD for you There’s no doubt broccoli, watercress and acai berries are overflowing with healthy vitamins and minerals, but what about the foods we actually want to eat? As a new study reveals that the once-demonised egg…
Seven myths about veggies Is it healthier to eat raw veggies or to cook them? Is fresh broccoli more nutritious than frozen? Is eating iceberg lettuce a waste of time? You may be surprised by the answers to these seemingly simple questions. In fact, there are several misconceptions when it comes to vegetables. The one…
Protecting the Liver from Veggie Burgers Protecting the Liver from Hepatitis C and Veggie Burgers Particularly valuable to those with Hepatitis C, a new investigation sheds light on the common misconception that veggie burgers are a liver-friendly food. by Nicole Cutler, L.Ac. For the estimated four to five million Americans living with chronic Hepatitis C,…
Pros and Cons of Olive Oil Regarded as one of the most healthful oils today, olive oil harbors protective benefits for the liver. However, if not handled correctly, find out why olive oil is capable of having the opposite effect. by Nicole Cutler, L.Ac. Olive oil is one of the most popular oils on supermarket…
Obese drinkers face liver double whammy By Helen Briggs Health reporter, BBC News Alcohol consumption is linked to liver disease. Drinkers who are overweight face a “double whammy” impact on their liver, research suggests. Two studies of more than a million UK men and women suggest excess weight and alcohol act together to raise the…
More on Coffee Wow, that is so interesting! I used to be a coffee fiend, drinking coffee very morning but 2-3 years ago, for some reason I stopped. I started drinking water in the morning thinking it was better for me.I hear so much about research into the benefits of coffee drinking. The USA is…
Minimize the Hepatitis Burden With Six Cleansing Foods Discover which six foods to make part of your regular meal plan – foods that can help your liver better cope with chronic viral hepatitis. by Nicole Cutler, L.Ac. Sometimes, our best resources to apprehend a problem lie right under our nose. When it comes to preventing…
Maple Syrup Could Be a Liver Ally Posted October 14th, 2011 Foods that are sweet and sticky usually are not good for you – but real maple syrup has a pleasant surprise in store for anyone concerned with his or her liver’s health. by Nicole Cutler, L.Ac. Many delicious foods pose a potential hazard to…
Managing Liver Disease Through Nutrition It is vitally important that patients with liver disease maintain a balanced diet, one which ensures adequate calories, carbohydrates, fats and proteins. Such a diet will aid the liver in the regeneration of liver cells. Nutrition that supports this regeneration is a means of treatment of some liver disorders. Patients…