Researchers have examined cellular crosstalk between the gut and liver during sepsis, helping us better understand sepsis ...

Branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) may also be used as part of treatment, but they work in a different way. People with cirrhosis often have low levels of BCAAs. Taking BCAA supplements can help ...

In a breakthrough that brings bioengineered organs one step closer to reality, scientists have created lab-grown liver tissue capable of forming its own blood vessels. A team from Cincinnati ...

What Is Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis? Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis, or MASH, is a form of liver disease. MASH occurs when fat accumulates in liver cells. Plenty ...

A selective Liver X Receptor inverse agonist lowered triglycerides and post-meal cholesterol in people, opening a safer path to treat hypertriglyceridemia.

Alcohol can have damaging effects on your liver. You're more at risk of developing alcoholic liver disease. But if you consume heavy amounts of sugary foods and drinks or frequently use painkillers, ...

Fatty liver disease (also called steatotic liver disease) happens when too much fat builds up in your liver. It can be caused by high alcohol use or metabolic syndrome (a group of conditions like ...

This year's rise in poisonous mushroom varieties in California has led to precipitous rise in illness and deaths from ...

Alcohol-associated liver disease (ALD) describes any type of liver disease that occurs because of chronic or excessive alcohol consumption. In the early stages of ALD, quitting alcohol can lead to ...