CIRRHOSIS OF THE LIVER

Cirrhosis of the liver is a degenerative inflammatory disease that scars and hardens liver cells. The liver becomes unable to function like it should because the passage of blood is slowed or blocked by the scarring. Early symptoms of cirrhosis of the liver include fatigue, weakness, upset stomach, fever, poor appetite, red palms, vomiting, constipation or diarrhea. Cirrhosis can be fatal and many die from this disease.

Nutrient/Supplement                                                 Helpful Notes

• B Vitamins                           B vitamins are very important for the proper function of your brain and nervous system. Supplements with natural vitamin B can help with liver problems such as cirrhosis. Also helps with digestion and allergy problems.
• Folic Acid                             Helps to correct deficiencies
• L-Carnitine                         Helps prevent accumulation of fat in the liver.
• L-Methionine                       Helps detoxify harmful toxins.
• Omega Fatty Acids             Helps with pain and stiffness and inflammation often occurring with cirrhosis.
• Carotenoids                         These are free radical scavengers that help stimulate the immune system; liver cirrhosis sufferers normally need immune help. Supplements made from fruits and vegetables are a good source of carotenoids.
• Bioflavonoids                       Protects the body and help to moderate inflammatory responses in the body of the person with liver problems. Supplements made from fruits and vegetables, so a good supplement helps.
• Calcium                                Calcium helps people with the stress caused to the body by cirrhosis. Promotes healing of tissue. See also Magnesium.
• Magnesium                          Influences metabolic rate and also helps reduces body stress. Needed to balance out calcium. Found in a good natural multi-vitamin and mineral supplement.
• Selenium                              A mineral that is a good detoxidier
• Zinc                                      People with liver problems may not be getting enough zinc. Often a multi-vitamin and mineral supplement works well.
• Potassium                            Needed for good adrenal gland and muscle function.

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