Alcohol has been a part of human culture for millennia, with historical evidence of its production dating back to prehistoric times. It has been used in various cultural traditions and was once attributed mystical properties. Alcohol, particularly ethanol, is a source of "empty calories" and lacks essential nutrients. It interferes with the absorption of vital … Continue reading The complex relationship between alcohol and nutrition: Insights from “Alcohol and Nutrition”
At least 80% of people with diabetes also have fatty liver, warns endocrinologist
As an organ the size of a football, the liver plays an outsized role in maintaining good health. It filters out toxins in the bloodstream, breaks down fats, stores nutrients and balances energy metabolism. It also breaks down alcohol in the blood and helps create proteins responsible for blood clotting. This being said, the effects of an unhealthy liver can ripple through … Continue reading At least 80% of people with diabetes also have fatty liver, warns endocrinologist
DHA supports liver health in people who eat a poor diet
If your bad diet or excess weight is causing problems for your liver, consider increasing your intake of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). An article on Natural Health 365 states that the omega-3 fatty acid can help mitigate the worst effects of liver damage, up to and including full-fledged liver disease. Researchers are still working to develop medications that can … Continue reading DHA supports liver health in people who eat a poor diet
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 