S02E03 | Navigating the Health of Your Liver

You may be asking yourself, why the liver? So many of you may be neglecting one of the busiest and most powerful organs of our body, not realising that it is a part of your digestive system. In today’s episode, Sandra and Wagdy take an in-depth look at liver health from discussing the most common liver conditions to understanding the role of nutrition in maximising your liver’s health. This episode covers:Going through the most important functions of the liver including its most critical roles in the realm of digestive healthThe most common liver conditions including Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), which is on the riseLooking at the role of dietitians in managing NAFLDSymptoms of liver diseaseThe Gut-Liver connectionSpecific nutrients and foods that promote liver healthPrevention strategies to reduce your risk of liver diseaseThis was one jam-packed episode that could have gone for hours especially when discussing NAFLD, given how prevalent it is becoming. Remember, if you’re concerned about the health of your liver, always consult your doctor or specialist gastroenterologist especially if you’re experiencing any of the symptoms mentioned in this episode. Are you looking for support? There are plenty of support groups to help you through any alcohol dependence. Some include:Alcohol support groups in the UKAA EuropeAA UAEAA AustraliaDo you have any gut-related questions you’d like us to answer? Send us your questions via  [email protected]