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Giloy, also known as Tinospora cordifolia, is a popular Ayurvedic herb praised for boosting immunity, reducing inflammation, and supporting overall wellness. However, recent reports and studies have highlighted potential side effects that users should not ignore. One of the most concerning risks is liver toxicity, especially when Giloy is consumed in large amounts or without…
Weight loss and metabolic health remain daily challenges for millions worldwide. While fad diets and grueling workouts often dominate mainstream advice, Dr. Saurabh Sethi, a gastroenterologist trained at AIIMS, Harvard, and Stanford, highlights gut health as the foundation for lasting transformation. Drawing from his personal journey, Dr. Sethi demonstrates how simple, gut-focused lifestyle adjustments can…
For years, diet soda has been sold as the “healthier” alternative to sugary soft drinks, the guilt-free fizz we could sip without worry. But a new study is challenging that assumption, and the results are shocking. Researchers in China have found that even a single can of artificially sweetened soda per day may increase the…
In an incredible leap for medical science and organ transplantation, doctors have successfully transplanted a genetically engineered pig liver into a living human for the very first time. This historic procedure could change the future of liver transplants, organ shortages, and xenotransplantation (animal-to-human organ transplants) forever.The patient, a 71-year-old man with liver cancer that couldn’t…
When our nails start to appear rounder, thicker, and curved downward around the tips of our fingers, it may seem like just a little change. However, this physical indicator, known as nail clubbing, tends to be a subtle signal from your body that something more profound is amiss. Clubbing is not an illness in itself….
To diagnose underlying liver issues, evaluation from a healthcare professional is essential. Liver function tests: This is usually considered the first step to assess how efficiently the liver is metabolizing toxins and hormones. Imaging techniques: Ultrasound, CT scans, or MRI are also employed to identify structural liver changes, including scarring, fatty infiltration, or cirrhosis. Dermatological…
A velvety, darkened skin texture around the neck, armpits, or groin (known as acanthosis nigricans) is associated with insulin resistance. Since the liver plays a central role in glucose regulation, this condition can reflect metabolic issues linked to fatty liver disease. What can help: Adopting a low-sugar diet, staying active, and adding foods that improve…
Herbs have been a cornerstone of Indian culture and traditional medicine for centuries. Beyond enhancing the taste of food, they act as natural remedies that strengthen immunity, improve digestion, reduce inflammation, and support overall health. Packed with antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and bioactive compounds, these herbs help protect the body against oxidative stress and chronic diseases…
Fatty liver disease simply put, Steatosis and NASH (Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis), is one of the leading global health issues, commonly associated with lifestyle choices, poor diet and obesity. Fatty liver is a condition where there is abnormal fat deposition in the liver, preventing it from functioning normally. Fortunately, fatty liver, particularly in its earlier stages, is…
A new study presented at UEG Week 2025 reveals that both sugar-sweetened and artificially sweetened beverages are linked to an increased risk of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). The research found that low or no-sugar drinks were even associated with a higher risk of liver-related mortality, challenging the perception of them being a healthier…
