Tag Articles

Why is the liver so important?

January 15, 2013
The liver is a highly under-appreciated organ. In the post, I'll try and explain what the liver does, the diseases which can affect it and end with tips to maintain it in top shape. Your liver is a one and a half kg organ that …

What alcohol does to your liver

October 28, 2012
Rajesh Khanna, India’s first superstar passed away recently. A close friend of his said that he died of liver infection. Kaka’s battle with alcohol is well documented. Though no one wants to say it out loud, it was his …

What booze does to your body (Video)

October 3, 2012
Ever wonder how alcohol affects your body? Alcohol consumption in moderation has been touted as being ‘good for health’. But what really happens when you drink? Watch this video to find out. Moderate drinking may help your …

Only 2.5% of Indian patients in need of liver transplants actually get them

April 19, 2012
We've told you how and why liver is important for us. When liver disease cannot be treated with medical means, surgery with a liver transplant is an option. However, India is facing a big donor crunch in liver transplants - of …

Breakthrough which can prevent liver transplants in chronic liver diseases

March 6, 2012
Scientists have made an important breakthrough that could eventually lead to the development of new treatments for chronic liver illnesses. At present such illnesses can only be cured by organ transplants. Researchers have …