Natural remedies for the Treatment of Fatty liver Disease

General Description

The liver is one of the mandatory organs in the human body which performs diversified functions necessary for the smooth running of the body. It is considered as the largest gland which comprises around 2% of an average adult’s body weight. The liver plays an important role in bile production, maintaining the metabolism of bilirubin and drugs. It also manages the level of thyroid hormones in the blood.

What is Fatty Liver?(مرض الكبد الدهني)

This chronic liver condition is also termed as hepatic steatosis, which occurs when fat starts accumulating in the liver. This causes liver inflammation which ultimately results in liver failure.

There Are 2 Types of Fatty liver Conditions

A.AFLD (Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease)

AFLD is associated with excessive alcohol intake and is dominantly observed in males. This triggers inflammation and weakens your immune system.

NAFLD (Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease)

NAFLD is a condition in which there is an excess accumulation of fat in the liver and can affect the individual who drinks little or no alcohol. NAFLD develops to Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), which is symbolized by liver inflammation and Cirrhosis/liver failure.

What are the Signs and Symptoms of Fatty Liver?

Both fatty liver conditions i.e. AFLD and NAFLD are considered as silent disorders with few or no noticeable symptoms.

Though, if this condition develops then the person affected with fatty liver shows the following symptoms

• Jaundice
• Ascites and Edema
• Bruising
• Loss of appetite
• Sudden loss in weight
• Fatigue
• Abdominal pain and swelling
• Itchy skin/ skin allergies
• Weakness
• Yellowness in skin and eyes
• Fullness in the middle or upper side of the abdomen
• Confusion and lack of concentration

Who is at risk of being affected by the fatty liver?

People Having Following Disorders are at Highest Risks

• Obesity
• Diabetes Mellitus or Prediabetes
• High blood pressure
• High cholesterol levels
• Hepatitis C
• Metabolic syndromes or disorders
• A person who is consuming corticosteroids
• Malnutrition
• Celiac disease
• Rapid weight loss

Diagnosis of Fatty Liver

1. Blood tests– If the person is having higher levels of aminotransferase (ALT) and aspartate aminotransferase (AST), which are the important enzymes for the proper functioning of the liver.

2. Imaging tests– Fatty liver condition can be scanned by MRI, CT scan and Ultrasound.

3. Liver Biopsy

Beneficial Ayurvedic Herbs for Treating Fatty liver

1.Indian Echinacea (Andrographis paniculata)

Indian Echinacea which is also known as ‘Kalmegh’ or ‘King of Bitters’ in Indian scriptures is being used in treating various diseases for centuries. The phytochemical and chemical orientation of Kalmegh includes flavonoids, xanthones, polyphenols and terpenoids which makes it possess anti-microbial, anti-oxidant, anti-diabetic, anti-inflammatory and liver enzyme modulation activities. (1)

2.Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa)

Punarnava which is also known as ‘Hogweed’ consists of sitosterol, punarnavine, boerhaavia acid and palmitic acid which makes this herb therapeutically beneficial. This traditional herb is very useful in treating Ascites which is caused by liver diseases. It is also beneficial in improving appetite, jaundice and treating obesity. (2)

Bhumi Amla (Phyllanthus niruri)

Indian gooseberry or Bhumyamalki has being a boon for liver disorders like Jaundice, Fatty liver, Chronic Hepatitis B and C virus, and liver failure.(3) The chemical constitution consists of Flavonoids, Glycosides, Triterpenes, Phyllantheol, etc. which makes it amazing liver tonic, cardiotonic and antidiarrheal properties.(4)

Effective Home Remedies for Fatty liver

Ginger (Zingiber officinale)

This Indian traditional herb is used as a traditional flavoring agent and a great herbal remedy for cold & cough. Ginger is a great detoxifying and carminative agent.

Green Tea

Green tea contains large amounts of catechin namely Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) which makes it beneficial in treating various ailments. It has anti-oxidants which makes it a great detoxifying agent.

Lemon (Citrus lemon)

Lemon which is a rich source of Vitamin C, anti-oxidants makes it useful in preventing diseases and boosting the immune system.

Garlic (Allium sativum)

Garlic is a staple herb that is being used in Indian cuisines. Moreover, it contains selenium and allicin which helps in cleansing the liver and inactivating certain enzymes that trigger the liver to flush out of the liver.

Natural Remedies for Fatty liver by Planet Ayurveda(علاج مرض الكبد الدهني)

Product Description

1. Yakrit Plihantak Churna

This is a herbal powder made from the wonderful herbs like Bhumiamla (Phyllanthus niruri), Katuki (Picrorhiza kurroa), Makoy (Solanum indicum), Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa), Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), Kaasni (Cichorium intybus), Sharpunkha (Tephrosia purpurea) and Bhringraj (Eclipta alba). This is very useful in all the liver anomalies. This herbal powder helps in the treatment of liver cirrhosis, fatty liver, spleenomegaly, hepatitis B, etc.

Dosage: 1 teaspoonful twice a day before meals with warm water or decoction method.

2. Livoplan Syrup

This is a herbal syrup that contains herbs such as Bhringraj (Eclipta alba), Sharpunkha (Tephrosia purpurea), Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), Shyonak (Oroxylum indicum), Rohitaka (Tecomella undulata), Bhumiamla (Phyllanthus niruri), Patol (Trichosanthes diocia), Kasni (Cichorium intybus), etc. These herbs regenerate the liver cells and protect the liver from toxins. It eliminates the toxins from the liver and provides a healthy liver function.

Dosage: 2 tsp twice a day after meals.

3. Liver Detox Formula

Dosage: 1 capsule twice a day after meals with warm water.

Why only planet Ayurveda?

• 100% pure and vegetarian
• 100 % natural product and free from preservatives, additives, colors, yeast, binders, and fillers.
• All products are formulated by MD Ayurveda expert.

References

1. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4032030/
2. https://www.plantsjournal.com/vol2Issue6/Issue_nov_2014/19.1.pdf 
3. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4032030/