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Approximately 30% of the global population is affected by metabolic-associated fatty liver disease (MASLD), a condition that previously lacked targeted treatments. In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers have identified a genetic factor that exacerbates the disease, and remarkably, the FDA-approved drug that most effectively targets this factor is vitamin B3. A collaborative research team led by Professor Jang Hyun Choi from …

Approximately 30% of the global population is affected by metabolic-associated fatty liver disease (MASLD), a condition that previously lacked targeted treatments. In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers have identified a genetic factor that exacerbates the disease, and remarkably, the FDA-approved drug that most effectively targets this factor is vitamin B3. A collaborative research team led by Professor Jang Hyun Choi from …

A team of Canadian scientists has discovered a surprising new way to improve blood sugar levels and reduce liver damage: by trapping a little-known fuel made by gut bacteria before they wreak havoc on the body. The findings, published in Cell Metabolism on July 29, 2025, could open the door to new therapies to treat metabolic diseases like type 2 …

Researchers have identified a genetic trigger of fatty liver disease and found that vitamin B3 may hold the key to suppressing it. The discovery offers a promising pathway toward targeted therapies using a familiar, already approved drug. Credit: Shutterstock MiR-93 promotes fatty liver disease, but vitamin B3 can counteract its effects. This discovery suggests a new treatment approach. Roughly 30% …

DEAR DR. ROACH: Our son passed away at 38 years old this past December with an end-stage alcohol-related liver disease. He had been sober for four years prior to this, but blood tests revealed that he had started drinking again. These same tests showed copper level readings in the 500s and liver deterioration in accordance with someone twice his age, …

For decades, we have heard that excessive drinking creates liver disease that is mostly irreversible. However, the exact mechanisms through which alcohol accelerates liver damage remained unclear to scientists, that is till now. However, a 2025 research study discovered a fresh gut–liver pathway, which explains how chronic alcohol consumption damages liver tissue.A new findThe research team of Nature (PMID: 40836099), …

How healthy is your liver? It’s not just about booze  The Times Gastroenterologist warns just 1 soda a day can lead to advanced fatty liver by age 30: ‘Even young, healthy people…’  Hindustan Times Fatty liver warning issued over 3 drinks that can ‘accelerate’ disease progression ‘more than alcohol’  GB News New study reveals what can REALLY heal your liver after drinking  MSN Source …

Published on: Sept 08, 2025 09:03 pm IST Gastroenterologist highlights that daily soda intake over several years can cause serious liver issues, including fatty liver disease in young adults. Soda has become a staple in many people’s diets, from office lunches to late-night snacks. What seems like a small indulgence can quietly affect your liver’s health over time. Gastroenterologist Vivian …

Fatty liver disease has become a widespread health issue, which affects people across the world. The rising number of people affected by this condition leads to multiple false beliefs about it which create confusion and potentially dangerous misunderstandings. Dr. Saurabh Sethi, a gastroenterologist trained at Harvard and Stanford, recently took to his IG handle to bust 3 major myths about …

As a doctor, I used to be confident I would be able to quickly notice when I fell ill. In fact, on TikTok – where I post videos to my millions of followers – I often share tips about how to spot the early signs of serious diseases. But, as it turns out, if it hadn’t been for the advice …