Articles categorized as Liver Health Concerns

Fluoride Exposure and Thyroid, Kidney and Liver Function

Over 200 million people experience fluoride exposure every day. Does it affect the thyroid gland or impact kidney function in adolescents?

How Dangerous Are High Vitamin B12 Levels?

Many people are low in vitamin B12. Symptoms can include fatigue and forgetfulness. What could be behind high vitamin B12 levels?

FDA Says Lose the Triclosan; Use Ordinary Soap and Water

Triclosan is suspected hormone disruptor. Now scientists report that it also interacts with intestinal microbes in troublesome ways.

Which Cinnamon Lowers Blood Sugar Safely?

Cassia cinnamon lowers blood sugar, but it contains coumarin. Too much coumarin can hurt the liver. Is there a way to get the benefits with minimal risk?

Warning: Adderall Led to Unexpected Liver Injury

One reader discovered the hard way that the amphetamines in Adderall XR can cause acute liver injury. This reaction is rare bur dangerous.

Cinnamon Plus Statins Could Be Extremely Harmful to Liver

Cinnamon is perceived as a tasty spice when put on cookies or cereal. But a contaminant called coumarin is toxic to the liver, especially with statins.

Cinnamon Coffee Cake May Hurt the Liver

Eating too much cinnamon could put a strain on the liver.

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White Poop Requires Urgent Attention

White poop is a red flag and should be brought to an MD's attention. It suggests there could be problems with the liver, pancreas, gallbladder or bile duct.