Cirrhosis of the Liver

Cirrhosis of the Liver is an inflammatory disease that scars and hardens liver cells. The liver becomes unable to function properly because the passage of blood is slowed or even blocked by the scarring. The most common cause of cirrhosis is drinking too much alcohol. 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 do die from this serious disease. ...more

Nutrient / Supplement	Importance ( 1 - 10 )	Helpful notes
vitamin B complex	10	the B vitamin family is very important for the proper function of your brain and nervous system. Supplements with natural vitamin B can help with liver health problems such as cirrhosis. They also help with digestion, allergies, stress, depression, and other health problems.
Folic Acid	10	helps to correct deficiencies
L-carnitine	9	helps prevent accumulation of fat in the liver
L-methionine	8	helps detoxify harmful toxins from the body and liver
Omega fatty acids	8	helps with pain and stiffness and inflammation often occurring with cirrhosis.
Carotenoids	7	these are free radical scavengers that help stimulate immune system which people with liver problems and cirrhosis normally need to boost their immune system. Supplements made from fruits and vegetables are a good source of carotenoids.
Bioflavonoids	8	protects the body and helps to moderate inflammatory responses by the body of the person with liver problems. Supplements made from fruits and vegetables are a good source of bioflavonoids. People drinking alcohol are often bad about eating fruits and vegetables so a good supplement helps.
Aloe vera	9	herb that helps heal and sooth works well with dandelion, fennel, and red clover.
Dandelion	8	Herb that is helpful to people with cirrhosis, liver or kidney disease, and urinary problems.
Red Clover	8	herb good for detoxification
Calcium	5	mineral helps people with cirrhosis to help with the stress caused to the body by the disorder. Promotes healing of tissue (See also magnesium)
Magnesium	6	influences metabolic rate and also helps reduces body stress and is needed to balance out calcium a good natural multi-vitamin and mineral supplement.
Selenium	7	this mineral is a good detoxifier
Zinc	6	people with liver problems may not be getting enough zinc. Often a multi-vitamin and mineral supplement that contains this mineral in a formula that includes selenium and potassium.
Potassium	5	needed for good adrenal gland and muscle function.

Symmetry products people tell us they use for Cirrhosis of the Liver
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excellent daily supplemental health system

herbal liquid supplement with Dandelion, Red clover, Nettle + more

flax seed, borage seed, and omegas in one formula

complete daily supplement with all the vitamins and minerals listed above

healing extracts from fruits and vegetables

colon intestinal cleansing and restoration - vital for good health

Cirrhosis has many causes. In the United States, chronic alcoholism and hepatitis C are the most common causes. Alcoholic liver disease. To many people, cirrhosis of the liver is synonymous with chronic alcoholism, but in fact, alcoholism is only one of the causes. Alcoholic cirrhosis usually occurs after more than a period of 5 years of heavy drinking. The amount of alcohol that can injure the liver is different from person to person. Note in females, as few as 2 to 3 drinks per day have been linked with cirrhosis, while in men, as few as 3 to 4 drinks a day. Alcohol appears to damage the person's liver by blocking the normal metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.

Chronic hepatitis C. The hepatitis C virus ranks with alcohol as the major cause of chronic liver disease and cirrhosis in the United States. Infection with this virus causes inflammation of and low grade damage to the liver that over several decades can lead to cirrhosis. Chronic hepatitis B and D. The hepatitis B virus is probably the most common cause of cirrhosis worldwide, but in the United States and Western world it is less common. Hepatitis B, like hepatitis C, causes liver inflammation and injury that over several decades can lead to cirrhosis. The hepatitis D virus is another virus that infects the liver, but only in people who already have hepatitis B. Autoimmune hepatitis. This type of hepatitis is caused by a problem with the immune system.

Inherited diseases which may be a factor: Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, hemochromatosis, Wilson's disease, galactosemia, and glycogen storage diseases are among the inherited diseases that interfere with the way the liver produces, processes, and stores enzymes, proteins, metals, and other substances the body needs to function properly. Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis also called NASH. In NASH, fat builds up in the liver and eventually causes scar tissue. This type of hepatitis appears to be associated with diabetes, protein malnutrition, obesity, coronary artery disease, and corticosteroid treatment.

Drugs, toxins, and infections which may relate: severe reactions to prescription drugs, prolonged exposure to environmental toxins, the parasitic infection schistosomiasis, and repeated bouts of heart failure with liver congestion can each lead to cirrhosis.

GOOD SUPPLEMENT PROGRAM TO TRY

Protection 4 Life with Genesis has 4 products in it which all will benefit people with cirrhosis, liver disease and related health problems. This kit includes:

1. Advanced Omega
2. Mega Juice
3. NutraPack
4. Genesis

BotanaCleanse Plus - use if you have not done a colon/intestinal cleansing in the last year.

OTHER CHANGES TO MAKE

- drink 6-8 glasses of steam distilled water a day
- eat lots of raw fruits and vegetables
- juice is good (make your own with a juice machine)
- do not drink coffee, alcohol, soda pop, other junk food drinks
- do not eat processed foods white sugar, white flour, etc...
- use stress relief like going for walks in the park
- brown rice is good to eat
- avoid red meat and animal fats
- reduce dairy products cheese, milk, and others
- fast a few days a month
- get sleep
- exercise light to moderate amounts
- avoid artificial sweeteners like Aspartame and NutraSweet
- do not smoke
- PRAY ... it does help with all aspects of life and healing