Alcoholic hepatitis is a condition that leads to inflammation of the liver. It usually starts with an early stage of alcoholic liver disease, and gradually degenerate and run the high risk of death. A recent study informs that over 8 million Indians have alcohol-induced liver disease. In this blog, I would be revealing the role of Ayurvedic treatment for Alcoholic Hepatitis.
Women are at a greater risk of developing alcoholic hepatitis. It’s because of the way a female body absorb and break down alcohol. Every drop of alcohol the body consumes gets rejected by the liver as a toxin. This results in more complications.
Ayurveda can help treat liver diseases with the use of natural herbs and minerals. It also employs effective methods like detoxification, diet modification and yogic exercises that strenghtens the liver. Clinical evidences reveal thaAyurveda can reverse liver damage and liver disease before it is too late.
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What is Alcoholic Hepatitis?
Alcoholic hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver, caused by excessive alcohol consumption over a long period of time. A person with such a condition must stop drinking alcohol. Alcohol can aggravate the condition and lead to health issues like cirrhosis (scarring) of the liver or liver failure.
What causes Alcoholic Hepatitis?
Alcohol metabolized in the liver produces highly toxic chemicals which scar the liver. This scarring leads to inflammation and results in a condition called alcoholic hepatitis. However, thi condition can also occur in people who are moderate drinkers. The other factors that matter are:
- Genetics that affect the way body metabolizes or breaks down alcohol in the body.
- Previous illness such as hepatitis C
- Malnutrition
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What are the Symptoms of Alcoholic Hepatitis?
Contact your Ayurvedic doctor to get a proper diagnosis and begin treatment if you have any of the following symptoms:
- jaundice
- excessive thirst
- dry mouth
- loss of appetite
- nausea
- swollen abdomen or increased abdominal circumference
- abdominal pain and tenderness
- fever
- Sudden weight gain due to fluid collection in the abdomen
- mental confusion
- fatigue
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Home remedies you can try
- Firstly, have a well-balanced diet rich in fibre and other essential nutrients but low on fats.
- Secondly, consume fresh fruits and vegetables.
- Thirdly, salads are very beneficial in the treatment of this condition.
- Also, avoid Fatty, oily and spicy foods. They increase the strain on the liver as they are difficult to digest.
- Further, boiled or baked foods rich in zinc, selenium and vitamin B, C and E are good for the liver.
- Also, the antioxidants present in green tea are also instrumental in strengthening the liver.
- Above all, take adequate rest.
- Regular exercise in the form of a brisk walk daily is also beneficial in restoring the liver.
A word of advice
- Stop drinking alcohol
- Do regular exercises, such as walking or swimming
- Eat slow-release starchy foods, such as bread and potatoes
- Avoid refined sugars and saturated fats – as in chocolate, cakes and biscuits.
Testimonial
Murugappan – 47 years – Businessman
I was saved in time before my condition could become irreversible due to Cirrhosis. I owe my gratitude to Dr. Brahmanand Nayk who treated me with Ayurvedic medicine and counselling programme with support group namely, Alcoholics Anonymous. I successfully stopped drinking and today I enjoy a comfortable life and never think of drinking and spoiling my life and my family life.
Conclusion
Thus, treatment for Alcoholic Hepatitis is possible with Ayurvedic medicines. However, it is important for the patients to seek medical help as early as possible. Simple dietary changes along with lifestyle modifications and medication can go a long way in reversing such conditions. In conclusion, Ayurvedic treatment for Alcoholic Hepatitis is not only safe but also effective.