Fatty liver, natural remedies

Obesity, diabetes, hypertension, heart disease and inflammation can also be fought… by eating! Oh yes, because there are foods that can help thanks to their vitamin, mineral and antioxidant content, helping to burn more fat, improving metabolic processes and blood vessel elasticity and even protecti

Today we are talking about two precious allies for the health of the liver and the whole body, pineapple and tulsi, which is a plant from which a well-known and appreciated infusion is obtained. In fact, pineapples and tulsi stimulate detoxification processes, counteract fatty liver and liver damage

Sugar makes food more pleasant, it is satisfying and nourishes the brain but… there is a but. In fact, too much sugar is bad for your health, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease and cancer. So, the question to ask is, how much sugar is too much? This question is answered by a very recent s

Now it's time to take care of your liver and thus benefit the entire organism. So let's try to understand why it is important to take care of the liver and, above all, what are the remedies available to us to stimulate the work of this gland essential for life. A well-functioning liver brings b

Twenty minutes of brisk walking a day helps keep body weight under control, improves breathing, flexibility, muscle strength and mood. And from today we know that they also help counteract fatty liver. This emerges from a very recent scientific research that appeared in The American Journal of Gastr

White tea is a special, precious drink with a delicate aroma. White tea is obtained from the Camellia sinensis plant, just the same as green tea, oolong tea and black tea. How then does white tea differ from these types of tea? The answer is in the harvesting and manufacturing process. In fact, to o

Honey brings energy, satisfies the desire for sweets and is emollient, especially useful when we have hoarseness or sore throat. And from today we know that a particular type of honey, citrus honey, is antioxidant, anticancer, cardioprotective, useful for eye health and even capable of protecting th

Limiting dietary salt not only helps to reduce the risk of hypertension and cardiovascular disease but also to counteract fatty liver, or hepatic steatosis, and the increase in inflammation levels in the entire body. Moreover, salt, when in excess, even favors the chronicisation of these conditions.

A burdock root tea can be a valid ally for liver health but also, unexpectedly, for the brain! We are used to thinking of burdock as a remedy with a diuretic action and useful in case of acne and blackheads, but burdock is much more. Oh yes, in fact it has been proven by science that burdock root su

The ancient Egyptians called bee pollen the life-giving powder and archaeologists have unearthed several documents dating back to the time of the ancient Greeks that testify to the use of this remedy to treat diseases and ailments. Science, in recent years, has therefore only been able to confirm wh

Eggs, soybeans, beans and broccoli, what do they have in common? At first glance, one would say nothing, but in reality these foods are a precious source of choline, or vitamin J, which is proving to be a truly essential nutrient for our health. In fact, as demonstrated by very recent scientific res

Yerba Mate, or simply mate, is a tea obtained from the dried leaves of the evergreen bush Ilex paraguariensi, a plant from South America, where drinking mate is still a real ritual. Year after year the fame of mate is overcoming the borders of South America to spread throughout the world thanks to i

If you suffer from colitis, bloating, constipation but also fatty liver then a good choice is not to miss flaxseeds. In fact, these seeds act as prebiotics, support the health of the intestinal microbiota and counteract intestinal inflammation and fatty liver disease. This emerges from three very re

Against overweight, obesity, impaired blood sugar and overworked liver we have a new ally, rooibos! In fact, this plant from whose leaves a delicious tea is obtained to sip in the evening, since it is theine-free, has been shown to act on the metabolism, to improve the use of glucose by the cells an

It is considered one of the most important medicinal plants and its beneficial properties are reported in ancient manuscripts, we are talking about nigella sativa, or black seed. In particular, from the seeds of nigella sativa an oil is obtained, which has always been considered a valid natural reme

Today we're talking about a very special black tea, it's called Fuzhuan brick tea and it's a drink that, based on very recent scientific studies, fights obesity, fatty liver, diabetes, free radical damage and even premature graying of the hair. In short, it is really worth investigating the properti

Not all sweets are the same. The proof is that honey, if consumed with some precautions, can help reduce cardiovascular risk factors, can counteract fatty liver and support the immune system. This emerges from a very recent review appearing in Nutrition Reviews by a Canadian team from the University

Jerusalem artichoke is a tuber that, at this time of the year, makes its appearance on supermarket shelves. Jerusalem artichoke has a very similar shape to ginger, it has an edible white pulp with a flavor that resembles artichoke, but more delicate. However, partly because it is little known, partl

Eating fish is good for your memory, even in the case of neurodegeneration. This very important piece of news comes from a recent study published in the Nutrients journal thanks to the work of a Japanese team from Kansai Medical University in Osaka (Murakami et al, Nutrients, 2022). Nutrition an

Obesity, fatty liver and liver inflammation can pave the way for diseases, such as diabetes, cellular degeneration and cirrhosis. However, we can do a lot for these conditions and, as always, even in these cases prevention begins at the table. Restricting some foods and preferring others helps reduc

From today we have one more reason to take care of the health of our liver. In fact, fatty liver increases the risk of developing high intraocular pressure, which is the antechamber of glaucoma. In short, a healthy liver also means a healthy eyesight, as emerges from a very recent scientific researc

The drink is delicious, with fresh and tasty notes, the scent is enveloping, we are talking about the herbal tea prepared with ginger and lemon. But this decoction is not only pleasant to taste, it is also a source of health properties. Indeed, in recent months several scientific researches have bee

Health has a sour taste, with sweet notes, and a ruby red color, the taste and color of cranberry. In fact, as shown by three very recent scientific researches, the cranberry counteracts hepatic steatosis, or fatty liver, and improves the lipid profile in the blood (Shirazi et al, BMC Complement Med

Snacks, sweet drinks, crackers but also sweeteners for home preparations can hide a danger, fructose. In fact, a diet rich in processed foods to which fructose has been added has been shown to increase the risk of obesity and fatty liver but also to damage lung health by opening the door to conditio

In the morning for breakfast, or during the day, it is always a pleasure to drink a delicious and refreshing juice. And if it turns out that every sip of juice is also a sip of liver health, then it's even more enjoyable! Today we are talking about the drinks that have been shown to be more hepatopr

Beware of skipping breakfast! This habit, in fact, in addition to not making you lose weight, increases the risk of anxiety, stress and depression, both in young people and in adults. This emerges from two recent scientific studies, the first published in the Journal of Nutritional Science by an Ira

To take care of our liver it is not enough to limit the consumption of alcohol. In fact, there are other lifestyles that can damage this vital gland. So let's try to understand two habits that can save the liver from tumors, fibrosis and cirrhosis, based on two recent scientific studies. The first r

The diet of health and longevity is enriched with a new precious food, grapes! Yes, because grapes are not only anti-inflammatory and anticancer, but also prove to be a fruit capable of counteracting the condition of the fatty liver and increasing longevity. This is what emerges from a recent scient

Great news comes from Singapore for those suffering from fatty liver. Well, in addition to understanding the causes that can determine the evolution of fatty liver into steatohepatitis, a condition that causes inflammation, scarring and death of liver tissues, scientists have also found a way to blo

Against fatty liver but also to counteract overweight and reduce cholesterol, triglycerides and blood sugar, drink tea! Especially green tea and white tea, while black tea has even proved to be the least effective. This is what emerges from two very recent scientific researches. The first research w

The fatty liver? A large part of it is all a matter of how we sleep at night. And very few improvements to nocturnal sleep are enough to see the risk of developing this condition decrease, as suggested by very recent scientific research published in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism

Who would have thought that that cup of black tea, scented and with an enveloping taste, drunk in the morning for breakfast or as a snack, is actually a powerful ally against obesity? Yet this is the case, as demonstrated by a very recent scientific research, published in the journal Nutrients (Liu

Drinking coffee regularly helps prevent type 2 diabetes, liver and heart disease. And as if this wasn't enough to convince the undecided about the goodness and healthy power of a nice cup of coffee, from today we know that coffee also protects the kidneys! This emerges from a very recent scientific

They are called the golden fruit, not only for their color, orange and precious, but above all for their nutritional profile and their health properties. We are talking about apricots, the small fruits that cheer up the shelves of the greengrocer from the end of May to July. So let's try to deepen t

Royal jelly is a light yellow substance produced by bees and used as nourishment for the queen bee throughout its life and, only in the first three days of their birth, also for worker bees. Royal jelly, however, is not only food for bees, but it can become a valid ally for the health of human being

Small but incredibly tasty, capers are the essential ingredient that should never be missing in the kitchen. In fact, capers can enrich salads, sauces, gravies and side dishes, leaving your imagination free. But it's not just this. Capers are also a precious source of health, real superfoods, and th

An unbalanced diet that is too high in fat promotes obesity, with consequences on the cardiovascular system, mood, liver and, from today, we also know on muscles. In fact, a high-fat diet increases the risk of sarcopenia, which is a condition that leads to a gradual loss of muscle mass and more and

The aroma that is released in the rooms, a cup containing a dark liquid that goes down the throat and revitalizes. Drinking coffee is more than a daily gesture, it is almost a ritual all over the world. But the fortune of coffee is not explained only by its penetrating and enveloping scent. In fact,

Raspberries, soft, fragrant and with an irresistible taste. And from today we also know that these delicious red fruits are a precious source of health, beneficial for combating type 2 diabetes, obesity and chronic inflammation, the evils of our century. This emerges from a recent review that appear

Not all fat is the same. In fact, it is necessary to pay particular attention to visceral fat rather than subcutaneous fat. Visceral fat surrounds internal organs, such as the liver, and is not an inert but active tissue, stimulating the release of hormones and pro-inflammatory substances. Compared

Today we are talking about jujubes, the fruits of the Ziziphus jujuba plant, belonging to the Rhamnaceae family. Jujubes have a shape that resembles that of olives but a sweet taste. They are generally found in dried form in well-stocked stores and online and are a true concentrate of antioxidants,

It is said that, thanks to its medicinal and toning properties, even Genghis Kahn used it. We are talking about sea buckthorn, whose berries have been known and appreciated for centuries for their hepatoprotective, antidiabetic, neuroprotective and cardioprotective properties. Therefore, today's art

From today we have one more reason to eat broccoli and crucifers in general. In fact, sulforaphane, a powerful antioxidant contained in vegetables belonging to this family, in addition to being an antitumor is also capable of protecting the liver from the accumulation of fat and of counteracting wei

There is an infallible remedy against the liver damage caused by a diet rich in sugars and fats, exercise! Yes, because running or walking at a brisk pace counteracts, through various processes, the accumulation of fat in the liver and thus the fatty liver and related diseases. This is what emerges

A compound contained in sesame seeds is the new ally for liver health, useful in countering fatty liver and its possible evolution into liver cirrhosis. This is what emerges from a very recent scientific research published in the Nutrients journal (Zheng et al, Nutrients, Dec 2021). The risk of

A true elixir of youth? Lingonberry juice. This berry, in fact, has recently been the focus of two scientific studies that have demonstrated its powerful properties for health, with beneficial effects even on the liver and capable of counteracting tooth decay and inflammation, which is a condition t

Inflammation is, nowadays, the real enemy to fight. Yes, because this protection mechanism, essential for dealing with external threats, can, in some cases, backfire on us. But let's try to understand better what we are talking about and then, in the following paragraphs, also what we can do against

Fragrant and tasty, bergamot juice is a drink to be taken into consideration as part of a diet capable of preventing and treating diseases and disorders. This juice has been extensively studied by science that has demonstrated its anti-obesity, anti-cholesterol, anti-aging and anti-inflammatory prop

There is, in Asia, a climbing plant, the Codonopsis pilosula. Well, from the extracts of this plant a natural remedy is obtained, also called bastard ginseng or poor man's ginseng, as its action is similar to ginseng but sweeter. In particular, the bastard ginseng is neuroprotective, it helps in cas

Coffee is more than a pleasure, almost a ritual. And from today we know that this ritual can also become a precious ally for our health. Yes, because coffee is also hepatoprotective, being able to prevent the condition of fatty liver and to limit its progression if already present. This emerges from

Apricots are the fruit of the apricot, scientific name Prunus armeniaca, a plant native to Armenia. Legend has it that, originally, the apricot tree was just an ornamental plant capable of giving wonderful white flowers but not fruit. One day, the enemies invaded the land where apricots also rose an

When they arrive in Hawaii, tourists are greeted with garlands of hibiscus flowers, the symbol of Hawaii but also as a sign of good luck. In fact, the hibiscus is considered the flower of opportunities. But hibiscus does not only bring good luck, as emerges from numerous scientific researches, in fa

Essential fatty acids, a category to which omega 3 also belong, are not synthesized by the body but must be introduced with diet or supplements. But what are the properties of omega 3 fatty acids and why are they said to be good for health? Are there any side effects related to their intake? We try

According to an ancient Aztec legend, it was Quetzalcoatl, the feathered serpent god, who brought the first cocoa plant to earth and taught men how to make a special spiced drink, the first chocolate drink! Over the centuries the fame of cocoa has grown even if for a long time cocoa has been seen ju

Type 2 diabetes is the typical diabetes of adulthood and is characterized by a reduced production of insulin or the insulin produced does not act satisfactorily with the result of an increase in circulating glucose. To treat this condition, it is generally required to change the lifestyle, making it

Inflammation is the defense mechanism that our body activates in case of infection and goes away when its action is no longer necessary, that is, when the threat has been defeated. And so far everything works perfectly. Sometimes, however, particular conditions trigger low-level and chronic inflamma

What we eat and drink can strengthen or, on the contrary, weaken our immune system. Today, thanks to a very recent research published in the prestigious journal Nature Communications by an English team (Jones et al, Nature Communications, Feb 2021), we know something more. In particular, the researc

Obesity is often associated with a condition called fatty liver. Fatty liver is the accumulation of triglycerides within the liver cells, can lead to inflammation of the liver and, in the long term and if not properly treated, even to cirrhosis. It has been observed that krill oil can be particularl

Fatty liver is a condition characterized by an accumulation of fat in the liver. It is estimated that it has an incidence of 30% in Western countries and that it is connected to an unbalanced diet and a sedentary lifestyle. To fatty liver are also connected other health problems such as metabolic sy

Picrorhiza kurroa, also known as kutki or katuka, is a herbaceous plant from northeastern India and Nepal. Its root has been used for centuries by Ayurvedic medicine thanks to its hepatoprotective, digestive and healing properties. Science is also focusing on this remedy and in fact it is possible t

A coffee at the bar, a frozen pack of pizza or a snack, foods that are so different but that have in common an inevitable ingredient, white sugar. Continued sugar intake is linked, however, to an increased risk of tumors, an alteration of insulin sensitivity and inflammations (Wang et al, Scand J Ga

White sugar is probably one of the most used and also most dangerous ingredients in Western diet. In addition to the sugar that we often add to sweeten desserts and coffee, during the day we consume sugar even without knowing it, for example in ready meals. The problem is that white sugar is associa

Mastika is a vegetable resin obtained from lentisk trees, scientific name Pistacia lentiscus (L.) var. chia. The latex that comes out from the trunks of these plants solidifies in contact with air becoming a hard resin with a drop shape that is often called the tears of Chios, from the name of the G

Agave syrup, also called agave nectar, is a sweetener obtained from various species of agave, common succulent plants often used as ornamental plants in gardens. Agave syrup has, unlike sugar, a high sweetening power and a low glycemic index, around 15. In order to better understand, you can conside

Drinking tea is a relaxing moment, a time dedicated to socialization, a break that connects us with nature but it is also health. A lot of health, according to several scientific studies that have analyzed the beneficial properties of different types of tea, from the well-known green tea to the less

Cynara scolymus is the scientific name of the artichoke, the vegetable that we use for cooking. The artichoke belongs to the Composite family and it isn’t just a yummy ingredient but it may become also a herbal remedy. From its leaves, indeed, a mother tincture is obtained rich in phenol compounds s

Today we will see a new chapter dedicated to that foods that, with different mechanisms, may help us fight obesity and abdominal fat. These conditions indeed can be really dangerous because they feed chronic inflammations in the body thus creating the ideal environment for several illnesses. In this

As we have seen in the previous posts counteracting overweight, and in particular abdominal fat, is a choice for our health. The adipose tissue indeed, especially if localized on the waistline, is an endocrine organ and is able to produce hormones and inflammatory substances, thus causing a chronic

Amla, scientific name Phyllantus emblica, is a plant of the Fillantaceae family and is known mainly for its fruits, similar to green plums, which have the same name. The fruits of amla are considered an elixir of long life, able to promote longevity and there is plenty of scientific studies supporti

Blood orange is a type of orange, citrus sinensis, characterized by a dark orange-intense red colored flesh and by amazing healthy properties that make it, among all the citrus fruits, one of the best choices to put on the table. The distinctive dark red flesh is due to the presence of anthocyans th