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Waking consistently between 1:00 and 3:00 am can be frustrating and often dismissed as a sign of disturbed sleep or insomnia. However, according to the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine, the specific time window may hold a deeper meaning. In TCM, this pattern may particularly signal an imbalance in the liver’s energy system. Understanding the…
With liver diseases on the rise, especially among youth, dietary choices like cooking oil are crucial. While certain cooking oils offers protection against inflammation and oxidative stress, others wreak havoc on liver health. People who are struggling with liver diseases should be careful while choosing the cooking oil. Because the oil you add could put…
Fatty liver disease, especially nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), is rising quietly worldwide, often showing no symptoms until it becomes serious. Dr. Saurabh Sethi, a California-based gastroenterologist trained at AIIMS, Harvard, and Stanford, recently highlighted key early warning signs and common misconceptions in an Instagram video. Early indicators include abdominal weight gain, persistent fatigue, discomfort…
The liver exists beneath the right rib cage, so fatty liver inflammation or swelling produces a dull ache or discomfort in this specific region. The discomfort from this condition produces a dull sensation, which creates pressure or fullness, but does not produce stabbing or sharp pain. The discomfort becomes more pronounced after eating, or engaging…
Are you refraining from drinking alcohol? Maybe you are prepping for a Sober October. Perhaps you promised yourself to break free from the clutches of alcohol. Or you had the worst hangover and decided, “Never drinking again.” The reason could be anything. Whatever the reason, congratulations on this journey! Quitting alcohol is one of the…
Sleep is the body’s natural time to recharge, helping the brain, organs, and tissues recover and repair. However, frequent nighttime disturbances—such as chest discomfort, intense itching, or repeated trips to the bathroom—can indicate more than minor inconveniences. Medical research shows that these recurring symptoms may be early warning signs of underlying health problems. The heart,…
In liver disease, the skin of hands and feet experiences unexplained itching, which occurs frequently in patients with liver disease without any rash. This occurs because the bloodstream contains elevated bile salt levels, because the liver cannot properly drain bile which leads to this condition. The itching sensation ranges from light to intense, and interferes…
The ketogenic (keto) diet, which emphasises high fat and very low carbohydrate intake, has become increasingly popular for weight loss, improved energy levels, and metabolic benefits. By shifting the body into a state of ketosis, it encourages the use of fat for fuel instead of glucose. While short-term results can be effective for some, emerging…
Karela (bitter gourd) juice and neem juice are two popular natural remedies widely used in traditional wellness practices, particularly in Ayurveda. Karela juice, made from the bitter gourd fruit, is celebrated for its potential to support blood sugar regulation, improve digestion, and provide antioxidant benefits. Neem juice, extracted from the leaves of the neem tree,…
Liver failure can affect the body in many ways, and some of its symptoms become more noticeable at night. According to a study titled “Sleep disturbances in patients with liver cirrhosis: prevalence, impact, and management challenges”, people with liver disease often struggle with falling asleep, staying asleep, or getting restful sleep. They may also feel…
