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The Importance of Fat Digestion in Liver and Gallbladder Health

Death from liver diseases has risen by over 25% in the last decade with 1 in 10 people under the age of 40 dying from liver-related disease. In fact a simple build up of triglyceride fats within our liver cells causes one of the most common chronic and persistent liver disorder in the UK. Non-Alcohol Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) is thought to occur in about 1 in 5 adults in the UK, and up to 4 in 5 adults who are obese. Urgent action needs to be taken to halt this rising trend of NAFLD.

Fatty liver syndrome was previously thought to occur with heavy and frequent alcohol consumption. However it’s now recognised that alcohol consumption is not the only cause for fat build up in hepatic cells. NAFLD includes a spectrum of liver disorders and in many cases is linked to being obese or overweight, a rising epidemic in the UK. Many people with developing fatty liver disorders have no symptoms but the problem is ticking away and non-diagnosis further delays any beneficial intervention. In some people the build-up of fat in the liver eventually leads to serious liver problems and everyone with NAFLD has an increased risk of developing cardiovascular problems such as heart attack and stroke.

NAFLD is a serious and rising health concern in the UK but there is very little awareness of this primary liver disorder. During this 1h Nutrigold webinar Dr Elisabeth Philipps will take you through liver and fat metabolism so you will understand the importance of a naturopathic approach to supporting liver and gallbladder health and fat metabolism. You will learn about:

• Importance of the liver to health
• Different types and stages of fatty liver disease focusing on NAFLD disorders
• Symptoms of fatty liver and link to coronary heart disease
• Importance of fat digestion and metabolism to liver and overall health
• Role of the gallbladder in fat digestion
• Naturopathic nutritional support of liver, gallbladder and fat digestion
• Understanding the importance of using supplements to support fat digestion and metabolism such as lecithin and phosphatidylcholine

• Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.
• Always seek advice from a trained practitioner before starting a food supplement programme.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not exceed recommended dose unless under the guidance of a trained practitioner.
• Follow stated supplement regime. Food supplements can be spread throughout the day if taking more than one dose or as recommended by your practitioner.
• Do not take food supplements if pregnant or breastfeeding unless specified.
• Store food supplements in a cool dry place (unless otherwise stated).
• Do not use if seal is broken before taking first dose.