This article is intended to help the reader in the rapid identification of natural remedies useful in the treatment of various symptoms, ailments and diseases. For some remedies listed, this usefulness may not have been confirmed by sufficient experimental tests, carried out with a scientific method. Furthermore, any natural remedy has potential risks and contraindications.
If available, we therefore recommend clicking on the link corresponding to the individual remedy to learn more about the topic. In any case, we remind you of the importance of avoiding self-treatment and to consult your doctor in advance to ascertain the absence of contraindications and drug interactions.
Fatty liver disease is a condition characterized by the "abnormal accumulation of fat" inside the hepatocytes (liver cells). The increased lipid deposition, hence the term "fatty liver" causes the organ to be increased in size on ultrasound examination, while when the condition becomes chronic, structural and functional alterations may arise (steatohepatitis and cirrhosis). These complications are more common when hepatic steatosis is associated with alcohol abuse and high-grade obesity, which together with diabetes are the most common causes of fatty liver.
The phytotherapy of hepatic steatosis uses plants and natural remedies with hepatoprotective, hypocholesterolemic and hypoglycemic activity (triglycerides and sugars increase the hepatic synthesis of fats).
Medicinal plants and supplements useful against fatty liver
Boldo, Milk Thistle, Silymarin, Gentian, Artichoke, Propolis, Glucomannan, Chitosan, Guggul, Rosemary Sprouts, Fenugreek, Garlic, Licorice, Gymnema, fiber supplements, such as psyllium seeds or guar gum.
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