Cholestasis
Also known as: Cholestasia; Congested Liver
Description
Cholestasis is the impaired flow of Bile from the Liver often caused by obstruction of the Bile Duct or by Liver malfunction. In some cases, Cholestasis can be fatal.
These Substances may Alleviate Cholestasis
Amino Acids
S-Adenosylmethionine (SAMe) (600 - 800 mg per day) may help to prevent Cholestasis. [1]
Taurine may help to prevent Cholestasis. [2]
Hormones
Melatonin may help to prevent some of the Liver damage caused by Cholestasis. [3]
Polyphenols
Silymarin may alleviate Cholestasis. [4]
Vitamins
Vitamin A may help to prevent Cirrhosis (of the Liver) caused by Cholestasis. [5]
These Herbs may Alleviate Cholestasis
Artichoke Leaf (extract) may prevent and treat Cholestasis. [6]
Milk Thistle may alleviate Cholestasis (due to the Silymarin content of Milk Thistle). [4]
These Substances may Cause Cholestasis
Carbohydrates
Lipopolysaccharides (Endotoxins) may cause Cholestasis. [8]
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