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…
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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…