Reduce inflammation and heal your liver. The Mediterranean diet is perfect for those with NASH, Fatty, autoimmune, Hepatitis, and cirrhosis. Try the Liver Loving Diet for 30 days and see for yourself.
When I first started this blog after my liver failed, it was my way of telling others what I learned about Hepatitis. Eventually I came to see that it was just the tip of the iceberg of information. We all
It’s normal for humans to experience stress every once in a while. Under normal circumstances, stress can motivate you to get tasks done quicker and more effectively. However, chronic stress can really hack away at your health — especially if
Burnout is characterized by people with low engagement in things they usually enjoy. It also manifests physically through fatigue and tiredness. However, if it remains unchecked, these burnout symptoms can lead to illnesses like liver disease. Because of the instability
I have the thrill of a lifetime to represent Lifeshare Oklahoma and my donor Gavin in the tournament of Roses Parade. I’m so thankful for the gift of life.
When planning your liver loving life, here are some steps to help guide you into healing from cirrhosis, cancer, and depression.
It’s the winter season for a lot of us around the world, and while merry holidays are on the horizon, you might not be so merry yourself. The winter blues are a real problem, and you should not think about
Many of our fellow patients get involved in The Liver Meeting each year. In 2011, right after my liver totally failed. Someone in a forum mentioned that the American Association for the Study of Liver Disease (AASLD) meeting was being
My personal list of benefits of Tai Chi and Yoga Healing after COVID actually began years ago. I’ve done stretches before exercise class since my early Jane Fonda workout days. While teaching aerobics during the 80’s and 90’s, those before
How I survived COVID-19 with a liver transplant began by eating a Liver Loving Diet. You knew that was coming, but there’s more. I also give a lot of credit to singing. There is a method to my madness, so
At The Liver Meeting, Jennifer Lai MD always restates that drinking coffee is the best thing you can do for your liver. Read the latest research from a new study I found. Non-Alcoholic-Fatty-Liver-Disease, or any other type of liver problems.
I needed to get my crap together and quit drinking. My doctor warned me that no more drinking during the week. I had constant pain in my side and felt like I was always hungover. My eyes turned yellow and I was throwing up blood.
After all the treatment and chemo I finally made it through a liver transplant. Keeping my mind on the prize of traveling to the World Transplant Games was a great goal, but I ended up in a LOT of pain. I used a lot of tools to keep myself strong without back or hip surgery. Now you can follow my plan and learn how to heal your back pain too. You’re not alone.
Today, your doctor can use a liver biopsy or FibroSure and FibroScan to see how healthy your liver is. A needle biopsy used to be the gold standard to determine the stages of cirrhosis. With newer and less invasive methods
Heat can cause a lot of problems for liver disease patients. If you are taking medication or treatment, some drugs can make it worse. Here are tips for staying cool and what can help you or what to avoid. Take it from my personal list of creams and lotions.
It’s easy to get shook up with liver disease, family problems, finances and can even be trauma for you. Your mind can be your best friend and guide you to healing. I learned how to calm myself down, and offer you my best tips for relaxing and learning to meditate.
I’ve started a newer thing to stay in touch with my local yoga peeps and connect with online friends too. It’s a Facebook Yoga and Meditation at Karen R Hoyt. Come join me for a private online classes for every
Update: Oklahoma has a few cases and new concerns have me being cautious and trying to maintain peace of mind. How does the Corona Virus affect a patient with a liver or other organ transplant? We all know the rules
(AASLD) The American Association for the Study of Liver Disease creates info and education to support patients. Doctors and medical staff are invested in helping you liver longer stronger with liver disease.
(Global Liver) Donna Cryer is a dear friend who had a liver transplant while finishing her law degree. Her reach goes out to patients, families, medical providers, pharma and on and she’s global.
(Trio-National) Transplant Recipients is your one stop shop for information for ANY type of transplant candidates, recipients, their families and the families of organ and tissue donors. Lorrinda Gray Davis is the President.
(Trio – Oklahoma) This is Oklahoma’s chapter founded by Lorrinda Gray Davis. I’m the founding VP to our current president Benjamin Babb. For anyone needing support for solid organ, tissue, or eye transplant, we’ve got your back. We’ll truly be your best friend.
(Fatty Liver Foundation) was founded by Wayne Eskeridge to improve the diagnosis, treatment & support of Americans with fatty liver, NAFLD or NASH through awareness, education, screening and patient advocacy.
(Sober Liver Survival) founded by Jenn Leigh Jones is everything you need for sobriety, recovery, PTSD, breaking cycles of addiction and victims of personal violence. She’s just getting SLS off the ground and would love to connect with other people battling alcoholism.
(Say Yes to Hope) Suzanne Lindley is a hope dealer to cancer patients. If you need a fri
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