Liver
05/15/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Why does drinking alcohol or sugary drinks make us thirsty?
Not all drinks were made to quench a person’s thirst: Far from it, alcoholic beverages and those that contain sugar make us even thirstier, and scientists may have found the reason why. In a study published in Cell Metabolism, research indicated the liver hormone FGF21, or fibroblast growth factor 21, to be responsible for the brain’s actions to increase […]
03/22/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
The antioxidant activity of saffron found to help protect against diabetes
Diabetes – in particular, Type 2 diabetes – is a long-term condition that may result in complications in the liver and the kidneys. A study published in the Journal of Nutrition & Intermediary Metabolism sheds light on that topic with their findings indicating that an alcoholic extract from saffron reduced blood urea nitrogen and uric acid […]
03/22/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Fermented tea protects the liver from oxidative stress with antioxidant properties that regulate glucose levels
A lot of diseases, such as fatty liver disease, are caused by oxidative stress. Fortunately, there are natural treatments that help fight it. One of these is a fermented tea called Pu-erh that contains antioxidant properties and glucose-regulating extracts and can protect the liver from impairment. A team of researchers from China examined the oxidative stress reduction […]
03/21/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Extracts from fermented tea help neutralize effects of a high-fat diet by reducing oxidative stress and providing a hepatoprotective effect
A study published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness has found that extracts of Pu-erh tea, a type of fermented tea, provide protective effects against oxidative stress. Study authors from China looked at the oxidative stress reduction and hepatoprotective effects of extracts of the fermented tea called Pu-erh on rats that were fed […]
01/23/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Seashore mangosteen, used for medicinal purposes in the East, found to protect the liver and inhibit cancer growth
In a recent study, researchers revealed that mangosteen has liver-protecting properties that guard against toxin damage and cancer. The paper, published in the African Journal of Traditional, Complementary and Alternative Medicines, examined the potential that mangosteen has in inhibiting cytotoxic materials from affecting the liver. What causes liver damage? The liver is known to be the largest organ […]
10/27/2017
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By Janine Acero
Fatty liver disease on the rise in children—from too many sweet treats
A sweetener used in ice cream and soda may cause potentially fatal liver disease, a new study suggests. Researchers have found that high fructose consumption is triggering an early form of fatty liver disease in children, a condition that is normally associated with alcohol consumption, which can lead to cancer, stroke, and heart problems. Clinically […]
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