Tag: Liver failure

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), an estimated 250 million preschool children in low-income countries suffer from vitamin A deficiency. While rarely a direct cause, low vitamin A status is increasingly recognized as a significant factor that can exacerbate existing chronic liver disease and potentially lead to liver failure.

According to a review of studies, a low-carbohydrate, high-fat ketogenic diet carries potential health risks for some individuals, especially those with pre-existing conditions. Understanding who the keto diet is not recommended for is crucial for making an informed and safe dietary decision.

Affecting an estimated 1 in 20,000 to 30,000 individuals, hereditary fructose intolerance (HFI) is a rare genetic disorder that can become life threatening if left untreated following the ingestion of fructose. This dangerous condition is caused by a metabolic defect that triggers a cascade of toxic effects on the body's vital organs.