Regular alcohol consumption may seem harmless but can quietly damage the liver over time. This expert-backed story explains ...

“Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, kale, cabbage, and brussels sprouts are some of the best foods you can ...

Scientists warn about the risks of acetaminophen liver damage and how to recognize early warning signs before it's too late.

As a hepatologist, Aleksander Krag has always sought to improve the prognosis of patients with liver disease, whom, he tells The Lancet, he often thinks of as a fictional patient he calls “Henry”. His ...

Lancet Liver Commission, published in December, 2021, highlighted that liver disease was the second leading cause of years-of-working-life-lost in Europe (after ischaemic heart disease). The ...

Ingredients like black cohosh, L-theanine, and maca root are often included in menopause supplements. Do they actually help?

When the liver fails, toxins—such as ammonia—that should be filtered from the blood build up and reach the brain. The result ...

Liver function tests can seem overwhelming, but each value offers insight into how well your liver is working. Markers such as AST, ALT, ALP, and bilirubin help identify potential injury, bile flow ...

Scientists have discovered that combining two existing drugs can dramatically reduce liver fat linked to a common and often silent disease. The treatment not only improved liver health in animal ...

This ‘silent’ organ often doesn’t signal damage until late stages — but there are some subtle hints that may help you assess liver health overall. Here’s what to know.

It’s rare, but many popular herbal supplements like turmeric, green tea extract, and ashwagandha can cause acute liver injury — which can be life-threatening. Many products marketed as being "natural" ...

If someone asked about your heart health, you could probably list off your cholesterol numbers or even your latest A1C reading. But when it comes to your liver, you might not know where to start.