In a new study that was published in the Journal of Hepatology, researchers were able to surmise that nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is not only associated with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), but also to cancers that have nothing to do with the liver, such as colorectal and breast cancers. “NAFLD is a very important multi-system disease to which … Continue reading Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, commonly associated with diabetes, increases the risk of heart disease, and liver, colorectal, and breast cancers
Cleanse your liver with these natural herbs
Anyone can develop liver disease, even if you don’t frequently drink alcohol. To maintain your overall health, you can take herbal supplements that can help cleanse your liver. What exactly does the liver do? The liver has various functions. It produces various chemicals that the body needs to function normally and it breaks down and detoxifies substances … Continue reading Cleanse your liver with these natural herbs
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
Four science-backed health benefits of cannabis that are ignored by the mainstream media
We all know the mainstream media doesn’t like to talk about cannabis too much. After all, they have to keep the peace with their advertisers, like alcohol brands and pharmaceutical companies. Their silence on the issue is particularly deafening given how much airtime they do devote to some serious problems cannabis can help with. Inspired … Continue reading Four science-backed health benefits of cannabis that are ignored by the mainstream media
Who knew? Compound in apples fights obesity, diabetes and fatty liver disease
Overweight and obesity continue to plague a majority of men, women and children alike, placing them at considerable risk for heart disease, diabetes and fatty liver disease as a result of chronic metabolic dysfunction. Alternative health practitioners understand that the problem is the result of much more than a simple 'calories-in, calories-out' equation, as refined, … Continue reading Who knew? Compound in apples fights obesity, diabetes and fatty liver disease
Sugar junkie? Study suggests excessive sugar intake is similar to drug addiction
Excess sugar consumption should be considered a form of addiction, an animal study revealed. A team of researchers at the Queensland University of Technology found that excessive, long-term sugar consumption may trigger eating disorders and may lead to adverse effects on the behavior. According to the team, high sugar intake led to increased levels of dopamine, a … Continue reading Sugar junkie? Study suggests excessive sugar intake is similar to drug addiction
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