Cirrhosis of the Liver
Cirrhosis of the liver is a degenerative inflammatory disease that scars and hardens liver cells. The liver becomes unable to function like it should because the passage of blood is slowed or blocked by the scarring. 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 die from this disease.
Nutrient / Supplement   Helpful Notes
B Vitamins   B vitamins are very important for the proper function of your brain and nervous system. Supplements with natural vitamin B can help with liver problems such as cirrhosis. Also helps with digestion and allergy problems.
Folic Acid   Helps to correct deficiencies.
L-carnitine   Helps prevent accumulation of fat in the liver
L-methionine   Helps detoxify harmful toxins
Omega Fatty Acids   Helps with pain and stiffness and inflammation often occurring with cirrhosis.
Carotenoids   These are free radical scavengers that help stimulate the immune system; liver cirrhosis sufferers normally need immune help. Supplements made from fruits and vegetables are a good source of carotenoids.
Bioflavonoids   Protects the body and helps to moderate inflammatory responses in the body of the person with liver problems. Supplements made from fruits and vegetables are a good source of bioflavonoids. Alcoholics are often poor about eating fruits and vegetables, so a good supplement helps.
Calcium   Calcium helps people with the stress caused to the body by cirrhosis. Promotes healing of tissue. See also magnesium.
Magnesium   Influences metabolic rate and also helps reduces body stress. Needed to balance out calcium. Found in a good natural multi-vitamin and mineral supplement.
Selenium   A mineral that is a good detoxifier.
Zinc   People with liver problems may not be getting enough zinc. Often a multi-vitamin and mineral supplement works well

Potassium

   Needed for good adrenal gland and muscle function.

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