Herbal Treatment For Fatty Liver Disease

Liver, a largest internal organ of the body, is present on the upper right side of the abdomen. The removal of toxins from the body is the main function of this organ. Several health problems are there which are associated with liver. One of them is- fatty liver disease.

WHAT IS FATTY LIVER DISEASE?

Fatty liver disease, also known as Steatosis, occurs due to the buildup of fats in the largest internal organ. Generally, the presence of fats in the liver is regarded as normal, but once the fat composition reaches approx. 5 to 10 percent of the liver, then it is regarded as harmful fat.

WHAT IS MEANT BY FATTY LIVER?

When there is an excess of fats in the body, our liver may absorb these fats from our intestines as well as from other parts of the body and results in fatty liver. And the liver loses its ability to change this excess fat into the eliminated form and in turn causes fatty liver disease and several other complications as well.

WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF FATTY LIVER DISEASE?

Generally, there are two types of this disease which are explained below-

First one is an Alcoholic liver disease. As the name suggests, this disorder is related to excessive alcohol consumption. But the disorder can occur due to hepatitis A, obesity and excess iron in the body as well.

Another type of this disorder is Non-alcoholic liver disease. The exact cause of this disease is not known. But there are some risk factors. A person having family history of any liver disorder may get this disease. An overweight person may also get this disorder. Medications can be the reason for the same.

FATTY LIVER DISEASE IN CASE OF PREGNANCY

A pregnant women is also at the risk of fatty liver disease. Because, there are more chances of accumulation of fat in the body at that time. No doubt, the cases are rare, but may cause a serious risk to woman as well as to her baby.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF FATTY LIVER DISEASE?

The common symptoms of this disorder are listed below:

• Feeling tired
• Weakness
• Sudden loss of weight
• Nausea
• Confusion and trouble in concentration
• Pain in the belly

HOW CAN FATTY LIVER DISEASE BE DIAGNOSED?

The disorder can be well diagnosed with the help of some tests. Simple blood test (liver function test) can even diagnose the same. For more confirmation, MRI, ultrasound and computed tomography scan are some other tests. Even sometimes, liver biopsy is needed to confirm the diagnosis.

AYURVEDA FOR FATTY LIVER DISEASE

Ayurveda is a system of healthcare that has its roots in, India. It offers a natural way to maintain a good health. There are three doshas vata, pitta and Kapha dosha which are regarded as the forces of our life, in Ayurveda. These doshas are to be in a balanced state, otherwise they give rise to health issues. Aggravation of any of the dosha or doshas results in health problem. And Ayurveda provides the solution to these health problems by simply balancing these doshas with the help of natural herbs and diet as well. Ayurveda also gives equal importance to exercise as well.

HERBAL TREATMENT FOR FATTY LIVER DISEASE BY PLANET AYURVEDA

Planet Ayurveda is an herbal company that offers effective treatment for most of the diseases. Fatty liver disease is one of them.

The house offers following effective herbal medicines for fatty liver disease.

FATTY LIVER CARE PACK

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 PLANET AYURVEDA?

Planet Ayurveda has several advantages that are listed below:

• All the products from the house of Planet Ayurveda are 100 percent pure and natural.
• All of the products by Planet Ayurveda are prepared without the addition of chemicals or additives or preservatives.
• All of them are safe to use.
• All of them are free from side effects.
• All of these are 100 percent vegetarian.
• These are formulated by MD Ayurveda doctors.