Can Liposomal Curcumin Supplements Help Treat Fatty Liver?
Curcumin, the compound that gives the bright yellow pigment to turmeric, is a polyphenol with multiple beneficial properties. Most of the therapeutic qualities of turmeric are often attributed to this compound. However, the percentage amount of curcumin is very low in raw turmeric rhizomes or powder. Thus, the modern herbal medicine industry has launched liposomal turmeric curcumin supplements with adequate amounts of curcumin that can help treat several health conditions. Recent research has found that curcumin supplements can help treat fatty liver. Let’s explore how. What is Fatty Liver? Fatty liver, or hepatosteatosis, is a condition where excess fat builds up in the liver. Accumulation of fat causes liver inflammation, which can lead to liver damage and scarring. If left untreated, the scarring can lead to liver failure too. Fatty liver can be of two types: Alcohol-related fatty liver disease (AFLD) and Non-alcohol related fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Studies have…
