STRI is proud to have an exceptional team that shares our passion for hope and our goal to help those in need. This month, we are featuring one of our valued team members, Yazzini Salinas, in our Employee Spotlight blog series. Read on to learn more about Yazzini. Question: Tell us a little bit about your role.…
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October is Liver Awareness Month and has been set aside to recognize the importance of liver health and the growing top causes of liver disease. In honor of the occasion, let’s learn more about the liver’s vital functions and how you can keep it healthy. Primary Liver Functions The liver is the second largest organ…
STRI is proud to have an exceptional team that shares our passion for hope and our goal to help those in need. This month, we feature one of our valued team members, Neal Davis, in our Employee Spotlight blog series. Read on to learn more about Neal Davis. Question: Tell us a little bit about…
Whether you already have fatty liver disease or are at increased risk for it, a healthy diet is a cornerstone in preventing liver disease and managing it. A fatty liver diet means learning what to eat and what to avoid to keep your liver healthy, period. Reducing and Eliminating If you have fatty liver disease,…
A healthy functioning liver is vital to your overall health and continued existence. Given this, it should not be a surprise that liver disease is something serious. Liver disease isn’t limited to those who drink too much alcohol. On the contrary, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) impacts around one-quarter of adult people living in the…
The team at South Texas Research Institute (STRI) is dedicated to the health and wellbeing of our community. STRI is proud to have an exceptional team that shares our passion for hope and our goal to help those in need. This month, we are featuring one of our valued team members, Jesus Cantu, in our Employee…
Many conditions can damage the liver, whether it be non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) or chronic alcoholism. Each time the liver is injured, it tries to repair itself, and scar tissue is formed in the process. Without treatment, permanent damage can lead to a condition called cirrhosis. If your liver is consumed by cirrhosis, your health is…
South Texas Research Institute (STRI) is proud of our exceptional team who shares our passion for hope and our goal to help those in need. This month, we feature our Director of Clinical Research Operations, Margaret Leal, in our Employee Spotlight blog series. Read on to learn more about Margaret (Maggie) Leal and what motivates her clinical…
South Texas Research Institute is proud to have an exceptional team that shares our passion for hope and our goal to help those in need. This month, we are featuring one of our valued team members, Estella Mendoza, in our Employee Spotlight blog series. Read on to learn more about Estella Mendoza. Question: Tell us a little…
The prevalence of liver disease in Hispanic populations is a growing concern. Chronic liver disease is a leading cause of death overall in Hispanic populations. Recent studies show Hispanics are twice as likely to die from liver disease than non-Hispanic white populations. What we are still learning about is the “why.” Is liver disease hereditary,…
If your liver could talk, it would have a lot to say. It does many things, from storing glycogen, vitamins, and minerals to maintaining your metabolism of fats, proteins, and carbohydrates. Moderating your alcohol consumption can help reduce problems, but it doesn’t prevent it. You can still develop liver disease from your lifestyle choices and…
Managing blood sugar levels is a daily effort requiring dedication to a healthy lifestyle for individuals with diabetes. Uncontrolled diabetes wreaks havoc on the body and multiple vital organs such as the liver. Shared risks and other influences deepen potential complications, revealing an undeniable link between diabetes and liver disease. This link is why all…
Approximately 30% of the U.S. population is affected by fatty liver disease and its subtype non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). It is a growing health crisis that often progresses without symptoms. Most aren’t aware they have it till their liver functions are impacted in the later stages. They call it a “modern lifestyle disease” because lack of…
The liver is responsible for detoxing the body, making glucose for energy, and breaking down carbohydrates. It also stores and creates the nutrients necessary for the digestion and absorption of food properly. If you have liver disease, your diet has likely been adjusted to protect your liver from further damage. Those at risk can also…
Managing a chronic condition like diabetes requires daily diligence. Uncontrolled blood sugar levels can adversely impact various parts of the body. Recent research findings indicate a hidden risk between diabetes and liver disease. It’s called hidden because most don’t know they have liver disease until the more advanced stages. Understanding the connection between these two…
According to the American Liver Foundation, Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) occurs when there is an accumulation of excess fat in the liver cells due to causes outside of alcohol use. The disease is so common, it is estimated that 100 million people in the U.S. are living with Nonalcoholic Fatty liver Disease today. Not…