Tag: Non-alcoholic fatty liver

August 24, 2024

Reverse Fatty Liver Naturally with Herbs & Remedies

Abstract

Liver diseases are on the rise due to unhealthy diet, excessive alcohol consumption, pollution and indiscriminate use of drugs. Fatty liver is the result of accumulation of fat in hepatocytes (liver cells). It involves accumulation of triglycerides and other fats in liver cells. The amount of fatty acids in the liver depends on the balance between the processes of distribution and elimination. Storage of carbohydrates as glycogen is used by the liver to stabilise blood sugar levels and conversion of fats into lipoproteins is done by the liver. It affects about one in 10 people. A little fat in the liver is normal, but if more than 10 percent of liver weight is fat, then it is considered as fatty liver and it can lead to more serious complications. Fatty liver may cause no harm, but sometimes excess fat causes inflammation in the liver otherwise, this condition is called non-alcoholic steatohepatitis or NASH. An inflamed liver can become scarred and hard over time. This condition, called cirrhosis, is serious and often leads to liver failure. It is possible to reverse fatty liver naturally with the help of Ayurveda.

Fatty Liver

Introduction

Fatty liver disease is the most common liver disease affecting a wide range of people across the world. It is caused due to the accumulation of excessive fat in the liver that results in inflammation of the liver. It has several symptoms like pain in the abdomen (Right hypochondrium region), fatigue, weakness, etc. Overeating is the main cause that can cause fatty liver disease. There are two main types: alcoholic fatty liver disease that is caused by excessive consumption of alcohol and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease that is associated with unhealthy diet and lifestyle and obesity. The different stages reflect the severity of fat accumulation and associated inflammation. Grade 1 is mild, grade 2 is moderate and grade 3 is severe, which can lead to liver damage, fibrosis and cirrhosis. Early detection, diet and lifestyle changes are important to prevent disease progression. In Ayurveda, this major organ is considered the seat of Pitta dosha. Unhealthy food and lifestyle causes loss of Agni element and leads to fatty liver. Ayurveda has the capacity to reverse fatty liver naturally. There are several fatty liver herbal remedies that help in fatty liver.

Types of Fatty Liver

There are mainly two types of fatty liver. They are

  1. Non – Alcoholic Fatty Liver : NAFLD is a type of fatty liver disease that is not caused due to excessive alcohol consumption
    1. Simple fatty liver : In which there is little accumulation of fat in the liver, and there is no inflammation and damage to the liver. It doesn’t cause any serious complications and can be managed with diet and lifestyle changes.
    2. Non – Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) : In which there is fat accumulation and along with inflammation and damage to the liver cells. It can lead to various complications like liver fibrosis, liver cirrhosis or even liver cancer.
  2. Alcoholic Fatty Liver : Alcoholic fatty liver disease is caused by excessive alcohol consumption. Alcohol can damage liver cells, promote inflammation and is the earliest stage of alcohol-related liver disease. The next stages are alcoholic hepatitis and cirrhosis.

Stages of Fatty Liver

  1. Simple fatty liver (Steatosis) : This is an initial stage of fatty liver in which there is accumulation of fat in the liver, mainly triglycerides. There are no symptoms, and the condition is generally believed to be reversible with lifestyle changes.
  2. Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) : NASH is a more advanced stage in which there is fat accumulation as well as inflammation and damage to liver cells. This can lead to scarring of the liver. If NASH is not managed properly, it can lead to more serious liver complications.
  3. Fibrosis : : In this condition, persistent inflammation causes scar tissue to form in the liver. Fibrosis can range from mild to severe, affecting the function and structure of the liver.
  4. Cirrhosis : This is the chronic stage of fatty liver disease, in which liver tissue becomes severely deformed and scarred. This can lead to severe liver dysfunction and potentially fatal consequences.

Causes

There are various causes that can cause fatty liver. Some of them are

  • Unhealthy diet and lifestyle
  • Obesity
  • Alcohol Consumption
  • Associated disease like diabetes
  • Certain Medications

Signs and Symptoms

In first stage of fatty liver there are no noticeable symptoms later on it will cause several symptoms such as

  • Pain in the right side of abdomen (Right Hypochondrium Region)
  • Heaviness in abdomen
  • Weakness
  • Loss of appetite
  • Nausea
  • Weight loss
  • Yellowish discolouration of eyes
  • Ascites (Fluid accumulation in abdomen)
  • Swelling in legs

Diagnosis

To make a diagnosis, several tests should be perform

  1. Liver Function test (LFT): There will be elevated liver enzymes
  2. Ultrasonography (Usg)
  3. MRI scan (Magnetic Resonance imaging scan)
  4. CT scan (Computed tomography)
  5. Fibroscan
  6. Liver Biopsy

Single herbs that are uses in fatty liver

Fatty liver is very well managed with Ayurveda. Ayurveda has many herbs that are useful in fatty liver. Some of the best fatty liver herbs are

  • Milk Thistle
  • Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata)
  • Bhumi Amla (Phyllanthus niruri)
  • Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa)
  • Kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa)
  • Kasni (Cichorium intybus)
  • Sharpunkha (Tephrosia purpurea)
  • Bhringraj (Eclipta alba)

Herbal Products of Planet Ayurveda for Fatty Liver

Planet Ayurveda is a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) certified company that offers a wide range of herbal supplements and wellness products formulated using traditional Ayurvedic recipes and powerful herbs. In modern science, fatty liver is managed with symptomatic treatment but long-term use of these medicines may cause several complications like indigestion, decreased alertness, nausea, vomiting, etc. As we know Ayurveda does not have any side effects and it promotes a healthy lifestyle. For better treatment Planet Ayurveda has a combination of herbal remedies for Fatty Liver that is Fatty Liver Care Pack which consists of three formulations

  1. Yakrit Plihantak Churna
  2. Livo Plan Syrup
  3. Liver detox formaula Capsules


Fatty Liver Care Pack

Product Description

1. Yakrit Plihantak Churna

Yakrit Plihantak Churna is a blend of 8 herbs like Kasni (Cichorium intybus), Kalmegh (Andographis paniculata), Bhumi Amla (Phyllanthus niruri), Kutki (Picrorhiza kurrao), Punarnava (Boerrhavia diffusa), Sharpunkha (Tephrosia purpurea), etc. It has hepatoprotective activity which helps in managing fatty liver. It also helps in removing the excess amount of fat from the liver and also flushes out the toxins from the liver. It also helps in regeneration of the liver cells.

Dosage : 1 teaspoon twice a day after meals with warm water

2. Livo Plan Syrup

Livo Plan syrup contains various herbs such as Bhringraj (Eclipta alba), Kalmegh (Andographis paniculata), Bhumi Amla (Phyllanthus niruri), etc. It helps in eliminating the toxins from the liver thus helps in detoxification.

Dosage : 2 teaspoons twice a day after meals

3. Liver Detox Formula

Liver detox formula capsules are a blend of nine herbs such as Makoy (Solanum indicum), Kutki (Picorhiza kurroa), Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa), Kasni (Cichorium intybus), etc. It helps in maintaining the functioning of the liver. These capsules are considered to be the best for boosting the detoxification of liver health.

Dosage: 2 capsules twice a day after meals

Conclusion

Nowadays the prevalence of liver disorders is increasing in society among corporate individuals who have a sedentary and stressful lifestyle. Such conditions arise due to irregular eating habits and faulty lifestyle. Fatty liver disease is a progressive condition that can progress to end-stage liver disease. It is likely to progress to cirrhosis and liver failure. This can lead to cirrhosis and liver failure. There is no established pharmacological treatment for fatty liver disease available in modern medicine. Its treatment is still evolving, and no drug has been clearly proven effective. As a result, nutrition and lifestyle play an important role in the development, prevention, and treatment of fatty liver disease.

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January 7, 2022

What Are the Things Responsible For Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver and Ancient Remedies for It?

ABSTRACT

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is not a single condition but a term which is used to denote a specific range of ailments that are caused due to building up of fat in one of the most important organs of the body, i.e. liver. This article is all about the termed disease and specifically the factors responsible for it along with the management with ancient herbal remedies.

INTRODUCTION

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is defined as the accumulation of the fat in excessive amounts in the liver resulting in the damage of the particular organ. The pathological changes are similar to alcohol abuse but the disease occurs in those who do not take alcohol heavily or are not heavy drinkers. Liver is one of the most important organs in the body which works to facilitate the digestion, storage of energy and removal of end products (toxins) from the body. Normally there is some amount of fat found in the liver however it is known to be fat if the amount of fat exceeds 5-10%.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver

THINGS RESPONSIBLE FOR NON-ALCOHOLIC FATTY LIVER

NAFLD is a complex disorder for which the exact causes are not clear. However there seems to be certain factors that contribute to the cause of the disease. Specific genetic factors as well as environmental factors play the vital role behind this disorder. Let’s learn about some of the major points about it.

  1. Genes play a major role in NAFLD. Inheritance works through the transfer of these genes so if they are affected which means if you are having someone who is suffering from NAFLD or had it in your familial chain then the chances of you having it increases. However the pattern of this inheritance and certainty is not clear.
  2. Obesity is widely associated with the higher risk of developing NAFLD. Obesity means excessive deposition of fat throughout the body which results in eventual accumulation in the liver as well. Steatosis which means abnormal accumulation of fat within an organ or cell is one of the common complications of obesity and the liver is the commonest organ affected by it.
  3. Type 2 diabetes also increases the risk of developing NAFLD and vice versa. This is as common as half of type 2 diabetes people having NAFLD. The main factor here which is responsible for both to have connection is insulin resistance which disturbs the lipid metabolism and hence leading to excessive accumulation of fat in the liver.
  4. High blood pressure also increases the risk of a person to develop NAFLD. Increased blood pressure alters the ability of the liver to function and hence excess amounts of fat start to deposit over there eventually leading to pathological changes in the organ.
  5. High levels of cholesterol leads to increased accumulation of the cholesterol in the liver due to its altered homeostasis and transportation. This free cholesterol causes damage to the hepatocytes (main functional cells of liver).
  6. Presence of any metabolic syndrome like diabetes, obesity and high blood pressure (as already discussed) increases the chance of developing NAFLD.
  7. Smoking is also a culprit in the development of the NAFLD as it affects and damages the liver function through the inflammatory pathways. Smoking disturbs the enzymes of the liver and increases the action of C-reactive protein.

NAFLD usually does not cause any signs and symptoms in the early stages however as the disease advances one may notice the complaints like pain which is aching and dull in character around the upper right side of abdomen, great tiredness and weakness, and weight loss without any obvious cause.

Unfortunately, there are no specific medicines in the conventional system of medicine for NAFLD. However certain drugs are used to treat the present complaints and eventually surgery is recommended in most of the cases. In case of liver failure one may require the transplantation of the organ.

ANCIENT REMEDIES TO TREAT NAFLD

Ayurveda is the ancient system of medicine originated in India and is being practiced and used in various countries of the world today. There are certain herbs as per Ayurvedic literature which have therapeutic effects on the liver. Numerous patients have been treated through these herbs worldwide suffering from liver ailments. In Ayurveda natural herbs and other natural compounds are used to treat the disease and no chemicals are included.

HERBAL REMEDIES BY PLANET AYURVEDA

Planet Ayurveda is one of the known names in the field of herbal pharmaceuticals which indulges in the production and further distribution of various herbal supplements, medicines and products to treat a wide range of diseases. All of these products are free from chemicals, preservatives, additives, fillers, dye, colors and yeast which make them more safe and efficient for a person to use. For NAFLD also Planet Ayurveda offers a group of herbal remedies which helps in treating the disease naturally and its effective management.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver

Herbal Remedies for Liver Disease

Product list

Liver care pack

  1. Echinacea capsule
  2. Yakrit Plihantak churna
  3. Phyllanthus niruri capsule
  4. Liver detox capsule

Product Description

1. Echinacea Capsule

Kalmegh or Indian Echinacea (Andrographis paniculata) is a well known herb which has been used to treat liver ailments since ages. Indian Echinacea in its standardized extract form is used to prepare Echinacea capsule which helps in maintaining a healthy functioning of the liver and also prevent it from the damage caused due to various drugs and infections.

Dosage– Take 2 capsules twice daily after meals with plain water

2. Yakrit Plihantak Churna

This herbal churna is an amazing medicinal mixture of various therapeutic herbs like Bhumi amla (Phyllanthus niruri), Katuki (Picrorhiza kurroa), Makoy (Solanum indicum), Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa) etc. Yakrit Plihantak churna helps in removing excessive fat from the liver and also acts as a diuretic. It also helps in treating hepatitis other than NAFLD.

Dosage– Take 1 teaspoon twice daily after meals with plain water

3. Phyllanthus Niruri

As the name suggests these herbal capsules are prepared from standardized extract of Phyllanthus niruri or Bhumi amla. It helps in restoring the normal liver structure and function and also prevents it from certain infections and diseases. Phyllanthus niruri capsules are amazing herbal supplements to enhance the action of the liver.

Dosage– Take 2 capsules twice daily after meals with plain water

4. Liver Detox formula

Herbs like Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa), Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), Kaasni (Cichorium intybus), Makoy (Solanum indicum) etc. are used in the formulation of Liver detox formula. These herbal capsules are used to detoxify the liver and clean it naturally. Liver detox capsules help to eliminate the toxins and excessive fat from the liver and facilitate its normal functioning.

Dosage– Take 2 capsules twice daily after meals with plain water

CONCLUSION

NAFLD is much more common than you think, and it can be life threatening if left untreated. Now as we know from this write up about all the things which can lead to it, hence hope this will help you in keeping a check on them. I will close this now just by reminding once again that nature and natural methods are always better than other options hence go for herbal remedies in order to get gentle and proper treatment.

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