About Alcoholic Liver Disease (ALD)
Alcoholic liver disease (ALD) is a liver disease that is caused due to overconsumption of alcohol. Liver is the largest internal organ in the human body. Liver helps in the metabolism of alcohol, chemicals and other drugs. It produces bile which eliminates toxic substance from the body and helps in the healthy digestion. Alcohol is the major cause of liver disorder. Regular and continuous drinking of alcohol leads to damage to liver cells.
What are Different Types of Alcoholic Liver Disease?
There are Three Types of Alcohol Liver Disease that are Explained Below:
1. Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease:
It is a type of alcoholic liver disease in which excessive consumption of alcohol leads to accumulation of fat in the liver. This disease is also known as Steatosis.
2. Alcoholic Hepatitis:
It is a type of alcoholic liver disease in which excessive consumption of alcohol leads to liver inflammation. Person with this type of disease is at high risk of developing cirrhosis.
3. Alcoholic Cirrhosis:
It is a type of alcoholic liver disease in which excessive alcohol consumption leads to liver scarring. In this condition, soft healthy tissue is replaced by hard, dead and scar tissue. Person with cirrhosis is at high risk of developing liver cancer.
What are the Symptoms of Alcoholic Liver Disease?
Early symptoms of alcoholic liver disease are abdominal pain, loss of appetite, fatigue, diarrhea and feeling sick.
The more Advanced Symptoms are:
- Swelling in the abdomen, legs, ankles and feet.
- Yellowing of the skin (jaundice).
- Weight loss, weakness, muscle wasting and vomiting blood.
- Hair loss, itchy skin, blotchy red palms.
- Memory problems
- Frequent nose bleeding.
- Sensitivity to alcohol and drugs because liver cannot process them now.
What are the Factors that Contribute to the Development of Alcoholic Liver Disease?
The factors that contribute to the development of alcoholic liver disease are listed below:
- Women generally weigh less than men and hence they are more susceptible to the toxicity of alcohol.
- Any type of disease is worsened by drinking alcohol.
- Consumption of drugs, chemicals and alcohol may lead to liver damage because this combination can be toxic to the liver.
- Regular consumption of large amounts of alcohol leads to malnutrition in some people.
How can Alcoholic Liver Disease be Diagnosed?
No specific test can accurately diagnose the Alcoholic liver disease. Combination of tests are required to diagnose this type of disease such as medical history and physical examination, blood tests, liver biopsy and ultrasound.
What is Liver Biopsy?
Liver biopsy is a test that is used to diagnose liver disease. In this test, a small tissue sample of liver is removed and examined under microscope.
Ayurveda and Liver Disease
Ayurveda describes the liver as the composition of five agnis- five digestive fires that are related to the five elements of earth (prithvi), water (apu), fire (tejas), air (vayu) and space (aksha). These five elements helps in the healthy digestion of the food. Any imbalance in the pitta dosha (one of the three doshas) results in unhealthy functioning of liver and leads to liver diseases.
Herbal Remedies for Alcoholic Liver Disease
Planet Ayurveda provides best combination of effective herbal remedies such as Liver Care Pack for ayurvedic treatment of alcoholic liver disease. These herbal remedies are prepared from using best quality herbs and strictly follow the principles of Ayurveda.
DOSAGE
- Indian Echinacea – 2 capsules twice daily after meals
- Yakrit Plihantak Churna – You can boil the powder 1 teaspoonful in 400 ml water, keep it boiling until it remains 50 ml. Strain it and drink the water. Leave the residue. Do it twice daily. Make fresh every time.
- Phyllanthus Niruri – 2 capsules twice daily after meals
- Liver Detox Capsules – 2 capsules twice daily after meals
Products Description
1. Indian Echinacea
Echinacea has been used in Ayurveda for stimulating the immune system. This herb is very effective for the liver and lymph nodes. It also helps fight infections such as coughs, tonsillitis, skin inflammations and general infections. Echinacea comes in many different forms. Indian Echinacea are good for promoting the immune system. The parts of the plant i.e. flower, root and leaves all contain immune boosting properties.
2. Yakrit Plihantak Churna
Yakrit Plihantak Churna is an herbal mixture of specific herbs to improve liver function. It helps the liver in clearing away the toxins. It regenerates the liver cells and prevents liver failure. It is useful in liver cirrhosis, jaundice, liver damage due to alcohol, toxins and infection. The herbs increase the bile production and improve liver function. The combination of herbs is an excellent remedy for all liver problems. Yakrit Plihantak Churna is purely an herbal formulation and free from any chemicals.
3. Phyllanthus Niruri
Phyllanthus has been used safely in Ayurveda since ancient times. It is a liver cleanser which may reduce the effect of some modern medicines. Phyllanthus helps to cleanse the liver and also rejuvenates the liver with protection.
4. Liver Detox Formula
Liver Detox Formula combines some of the finest liver stimulating herbs available. The liver plays a key role in the body’s natural self defense system. It converts and neutralizes toxins into safe by products. The liver is one of most important organs of the body. A liver failure affects every organ and tissue of the body. Liver has many functions in the body and the most important is the secretion of bile. A malfunctioning liver can have far reaching effects throughout the body. It leads to symptoms like poor digestion, fatigue, bloating and hormonal irregularities. The combination of various herbs in Liver Detox Formula can help to restore and stimulate liver function. It can be taken daily for continued liver support.
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