#two types of fatty liver

[lifeandstylexyz]

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: Research identifies potential new targets

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: Research identifies potential new targets

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Researchers have uncovered novel candidate drug targets for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) by using the latest technologies, including both single-nuclear sequencing of mice and human liver tissue and advanced 3D glass imaging of mice to characterize key scar-producing liver cells. The research was led by investigators at the Icahn School of Medicine…

[misserabella]

two geniuses (don’t get along)

enemies to lovers;; spencer reid x fem reader!

masterlist!

note; in this fic lila’s episode happens after elle’s departure to make the story have more sense. (S1 E18). also there have been some changes :))

synopsis; spencer reid; doctor spencer reid. some of them (mostly of them), would say he’s a genius. but if he was, then so you were. maybe that’s why you hate each other. maybe that’s why you can’t stand him.

cw;; +18 content! minors dni!, reader and spencer’s competitive asses, talk of murder, graphic scenes, weapons, guns, blood, shots being fired, lila flirting, spencer kissing lila, lots of fighting, lots of tension, teasing, apologies, reader getting hurt (mentions of stitches), threats, murder of secondary characters, talk about kinks and trauma (spencer being a smartaas), mention of spencer’s childhood and her mom… ( i bet there’s so much more but i can’t remember rn) angst, fluff and smut in upcoming chapters!!!

“another coffee, pretty boy? you wanna die?” morgan inquired the puppy eyed profiler, whose right hand held a cup of freshly brewed coffee.

“actually, the caffeine in coffee has been found in animal and cell studies to protect cells in the brain that produce dopamine. in a large prospective cohort of more than 500,000 people followed for 10 years, an association was found between drinking higher amounts of coffee and lower rates of death from all causes.” he easily spat in less than a mere minute, making morgan scoff.

“it’s not considered coffee if a 99% of it is sugar, reid.” you barged into their conversation, taking a look at the files of new cases.

“sugar is one type of carbohydrate, as are fiber and starch. carbohydrates are essential macronutrients.” he defended himself, taking a sip of his coffee-sugar.

“wrong. although carbohydrates are essential macronutrients since the body uses them in large amounts, something wrong about your thesis is that sugar is not one of those macronutrients. the body doesn’t use it. in fact, the effects of added sugar intake which are higher blood pressure, inflammation, weight gain, diabetes, and fatty liver disease, are all linked to an increased risk for heart attack and stroke. so yeah. technically, morgan was right. you might die.” you nodded towards the man, who smiled at you, walking towards you and taking your face in between his hands.

“have i told you how much i love that brain of yours?” he inquired, leaving a kiss to your forehead. “brilliant.” he smiled, raising his hands in victory since for once he had won spencer and his extensive knowledge. the profiler simply rolled his eyes.

“thanks.” spencer spat at you, to what you smiled.

“you’re very welcome, agent.”

“it’s doctor.”

“yeah, yeah. whatever.”

spencer reid. with an IQ of 187, an eidetic memory, and the ability to read 20,000 words per minute, he was considered a real walking genius. maybe that’s why the two of you seemed to despise each other so much. people say geniuses actually like each other. well, you and spencer were the exception. it was easy to get on his nerves. he was not used to having someone smart enough to actually suppose a threat to his intelligence. yet there you were. you had been jumping your way up to college since you were twelve, and at the ripe age of 22, and numerous phds later, you had found yourself working at the BAU.

you had been hired after elle had left the team, and everyone had seemed happy greeting you. you had specially made quick friends of penelope and morgan. something reid didn’t seem to like. well… he didn’t exceptionally like you. something that seemed stupid ‘cause you two were the perfect pair. there was nothing the two of you didn’t know, nothing you wouldn’t catch or realize. maybe that’s why spencer despised you. ‘cause now they had you too, not only him.

it was actually a pity. you liked smart people. you liked to share opinions and learn new things you might not know with the help of others. but spencer was borderline narcissistic, and that made your body cringe in disgust. and worst of all, he was really attractive. curly caramel hair, hazel puppy eyes, full lips, small straight nose, tall stature, pretty hands… also his voice…

well, anyways. you were losing focus.

so you’d decided to match his energy. and that only seemed to make the situation worse. sure, you two worked together, but only because you had to, if you could you’d much prefer to do everything alone rather than have to share office with reid.

hotch caught your attention as he pushed a file on your table.

“and what’s this…?” you sung as you took it, inspecting it.

“training program in los angeles.” you looked at him. he was leaning against your table. “want you to go with gideon and reid.” you let out a single chuckle, tossing the paper on your table.

“no.” you simply said, watching the man sigh. “tell jj to go! or prentiss!” you offered.

“can’t. jj is helping penelope to trace an unsub and prentiss is new, need someone who has been on the ropes longer.”

“then what about morgan? he’s not doing anything.” you pointed at the man who played with a mini football.

hotch looked at you. “please? you are the only one who gets reid. you know how he can be…”

“a narcissistic, egocentric, babbling, childlike, fourteen looking mess? yeah, i know.” you smiled. “but what do i win in this situation? i mean i must gain something if i’m gonna spend more time than necessary with him.”

“a free weekend.”

“done.” you gave him your hand. “a pleasure doing business with you, sir.”

-

“spencer! spencer reid!” you hear someone call for your work-mate, a tall smiling man approaching him and shaking his hand just as the three of you entered an art exhibition. “look at you. you look just the same.” he chuckled as he gives him a quick hug. “nothing changed… spencer was the only 12-year-old in our graduating class. just the same.”

“thanks.” spencer awkwardly says, giving the man a tight smile. “these are special agents jason gideon and (y/n) (l/n). this is parker dunley. we went to high school together as you can probably gather.” he introduces all of you.

“hey. it’s a beautiful gallery.” jason gives him his hand in a shake.

“oh, thank you, thank you. parker smiles, later on turning towards you.

“contemporary art… right?” you inquire offering him your hand, to what he nods. “contemporary modern art includes a wide range of mediums and genres. it is often characterized by its use of new media, such as video and installation art, as well as its rejection of traditional art forms. contemporary modern artists often experiment with form and content, and their work can be highly conceptual.” you say, making the man chuckle.

“i see you brought your computers.” parker jokes with gideon about spencer and you. “another genius like spencer?”

“oh no, men are just smart. woman are the geniuses.” you smile, making him chuckle.

“and funny, huh? i see, i see.”

spencer coughs to grab the man’s attention. “jason’s a big contemporary art enthusiast.”

“well, we’re exhibiting four up-and-coming artists in this show. everything is for sale. and i could definitely swing a nice discount for a friend of…” he loses focus as a blonde beautiful woman enters the exhibition. “lila! hey. guys, come on.” he invites you three towards his friend, coming up to her to say hello.

“do i look 12-years-old to you?” spencer inquired gideon, to what you scoffed, thanking the waiter that offered and served you a glass of champagne.

“oh, totally.” you said as you took it, taking a sip as you heard spencer crack a fake laugh.

“real funny.”

you three made your way towards parker and… lila. she was a beautiful blue eyes-blonde young girl. the basic american beauty standard.

“spencer. you ever met a real movie star?” the man asks, to what the girl beside the blonde scoffs.

“movie star? please. she has a supporting role on a television series about beach volleyball. totally blue-collar.” your eyebrows slightly rise.

“what a friend…” you whisper to your glass, taking another sip of the champagne.

“i’m lila.” the girl gives a sweet smile to spencer, and you almost roll your eyes.

it’s only a matter of time.

“hi, im doctor spencer reid… i’m spencer. you don’t have to call me doctor.” he corrects himself.

lila chuckles. in 3… 2… 1… and tucks her hair behind her ear. there we go.

“cool.” you say, turning around without even introducing yourself, it’s not as if she’d pay attention to you. she’s too focused on spencer to care as you make your way through the gallery, taking the artwork in, trying to scape the probable flirting that was about to go down.

later on you found the two of them chatting in front of a picture in which the blue and green dominate.

“does it make you feel anything?” the blonde asked him, and you silently expect an answer from spencer.

“like what?” he asks. god he sucks.

“i can’t tell you how to feel.” lila chuckles at his frown.

“right now i feel pretty good.” he smiled and you roll your eyes.

“lila? can i talk to you for a moment?” parker interrupts their chatting and the girl nods, quickly glancing at spencer.

“excuse me.”

“sure!” he gently says, and you make your way towards him.

“feeling pretty good, huh?” you inquire him, teasingly, and he groans. “you totally suck.” you take a sip of your glass and he looks at you. “poor girl seems desperate.”

“desperate for what?” he inquires, frowning.

“oh come on, reid. and you call yourself a profiler? it’s obvious she likes you. she was trying to flirt with you.” you obviously state. “she was trying so hard and you were not catching on…” you laugh, and he sighs.

“you know ogling on other’s business is rude, right?” he questions you.

“we’re the fbi. we’re on everybody’s business. that’s our job, reid.” you ignore him, taking a look at the photograph lila and him were staring at. “calming, isn’t it?” you say and he looks at the photograph as well, taking it in.

“sometimes, the color blue is associated with loneliness and sadness. it usually happens when you combine it with specific elements, like rain.” he spits and you chuckle.

“i know that, genius. the thing is not how it’s supposed to make you feel, it’s how it really makes you feel.” he looks at you as you sip from your cup. “with lila, you might feel good, ‘cause you enjoy her company, with me on the other side, you might not even want to be here, staring at a photograph that you’ve probably seen before. that’s because you focus on everything too much. you need to see what the picture actually tells you, not focus on the person you’re staring at it with.”

spencer’s hazel eyes go back to the picture, trying to focus on it, not on your presence, or the amount of voices that surrounded him.

the exhibited photograph shows an empty gas station, lights of green engulfing it as the nightlight blue sky surrounds it. it takes spencer back to his childhood. to those days in which even if he loved his mother, he couldn’t spend another minute by her side and left his house late in the afternoon for a walk. it helped him get out of his head. he remembers watching the sun go down as the night took over the sky, studying and calling out the constellations above his head, trying to find a solution to his mother’s illness. the stars never worked, and he was always left…

“it makes me feel alone.”

-

“you know, we really can get ourselves to the airport.” gideon said, reid and you trailing behind him as the police officer guided you to his car.

“i didn’t invite the fbi here to let them make their own way around town.” he says, never minding gideon.

“we really appreciate it.” reid says and you whistle.

“so you have manners, huh?” to what he groans.

“oh, shut up.”

“hey, i can’t thank you guys enough for conducting the seminar.” kim smiles.

“well, don’t hesitate to call if there’s anything we can help with.” gideon offered, putting his bags on the trunk of the car.

you stretched your arms after having pushed in your own. “can’t wait for that free weekend.” you muster happily, to what spencer frowns.

“free weekend? what are you talking about?”

“a special thanks from hotch for coming all the way here and putting up with you.” his mouth falls open at your words.

“i didn’t get any free time and i had to put up with you!”

“that let’s you know who’s the problem in this equation.” you falsely smiled at him, patting her shoulder, and you relished on the way his jaw tightened.

your conversation ends as the three of you watch officer kim end a phone call with a not very enthusiastic ‘great’.

“everything alright?” jason asks.

“double murder at hollywood bungalow.” he informs. “a celebrity. a young movie star, natalie ryan, and her fiancé shot to death.”

“very romantic.” you mutter.

“it’s gonna be a major pain in the ass. hey, you guys care to take a quick look before i drive you to the airport? it’s on the way.” he asks, and gideon accepts the offer.

“absolutely.”

you sigh as you get on the back of the car along with spencer.

“seems like that weekend is gonna have to wait.” he happily and teasingly smiles and you send daggers in his direction.

“i’ll choke you with my bare hands.”

“did you get that kink by exposure or trauma?” your mouth falls and your eyes widen.

“what?” you almost yell, watching him ponder.

“maybe it’s because you like to have power and control. have you talked about this with a therapist?”

“you’re gonna have to see a therapist after the torture i’m gonna put you through if you don’t stop that fucking nonsense.” you warn him, and he raises his hands.

“i’m just saying, there’s nothing bad about seeking mental help-”

“spencer!”

-

“no sign of forced entry.” reid points out as the four of you enter the murder scene.

“same weapon.” gideon informs watching at the two bodies.

you stare at the female, getting closer. “the girl was shot execution style, once in the head. the male three times in the torso.”

“so you have two different MOs.” jason wonders before going back to officer kim, talking about the case. you crouch down to take a better look at the man’s corpse.

“what? you found anything?” spencer inquired from behind you, to what you shook your head.

“nah. just fantasizing.” he frowns.

“fantasizing. what the- what would you possibly be fantasizing about in a murder scene?”

“oh you know… you… in that position… you know? it’s really sexy, you should try it. here don’t move let me get my gun.” you offer while getting up, and he just rolls his eyes, leaving you behind.

“what do you think?” gideon asks the officer about the case, wanting his insight.

“i’ve had a couple other cases recently, past few months. same type of weapon, 22 caliber handgun, both shot in the head.” you look at the bodies. “the first was an established film producer, wally melman, and the second was chloe harris, another young actress. though not as well-known as natalie here.”

“any forensic evidence?” reid asks as you step away from them, taking in your surroundings.

“no, and the guys have been going through this place all morning and haven’t come up with anything.”

“so he clearly knows how to cover his tracks.”

“or hers.” you mutter to yourself.

“twenty-two’s are small but efficient. they bounce around inside a person like a pinball.” jason said.

“preferred weapon of the mafia.” spencer added. “you know, there’s no obvious sexual component to these crimes, which is usually the case with serial murders.”

“so you’re thinking this is a serial killer?” kim asks.

“well, it’s certainly a series of murders. we don’t know enough yet to call them serial.” you step into the conversation.

“would you consider hanging out in LA a little while? let me lean on your expertise until we do figure out what we’ve got?” the officer inquires and gideon nods.

“yeah, just cancel the flights. we’ll have the rest of pit team out here ASAP.”

-

the unsub seemed to follow his victims, since he knew their schedules. there was not a single witness, he knows how to blend in and hide in plain sight. he’s meticulous.

and everybody is watching.

just like everybody was watching spencer and lila.

after finding out that the unsub was actually stalking the blonde, and killing people to help her with her career, she had somehow scurried her way under spencer’s protection. it actually bothered you. ‘cause spencer seemed so distracted. and it was totally unprofessional to get involved with a target being their agent.

you were on her studio, studying everyone surrounding her. but it was one person that caught your attention.

“who’s that?” you question prentiss.

“that’s maggie, maggie lowe. for what i know she just works here.” she answers you. “why?”

“they seem pretty close, don’t you think?” you ponder, watching her physical language. “she also seems nervous, she avoids lila’s eyes.”

“maybe she’s just shy.” she shrugs, but knows what you’re pointing out.

“maybe…” then, jj appears.

“what are you guys talking about?”

“lila and possible unsubs.” emily fills her in, accepting the coffee she offers her, you take the one she handles you too with a thanks.

“talking about lila… look who’s approaching her.” she devilishly smiles. you almost groan at the sight of spencer talking to the blonde. “they seem to have hit it off.”

“ugh don’t start. he’s so focused on her when in reality he should be focused on his job…” you sip at your coffee, not realizing the shared look the other two girls send each other. “so unprofessional.” you shake your head.

“are you really mad because he’s distracted from his job or by the fact that a pretty girl is distracting him?” jj asked you, taking in your frown and confused expression.

“what?”

“oh come on, really? do you really not feel it?” emily pushes in too, and you look at them.

“feel what? i-i don’t understand.”

“there’s this weird tension in between the two of you.” the brunette explains, being backed up by the blonde.

“it’s like when two little kids like each other and they don’t know how to show it so they just mess with each other.” you scoff.

“you’re saying that spencer and i are attracted to each other?” you inquired them both and they looked at the other. “come on guys, have you seen him? have you actually worked with him? he’s a fucking narcissist, he makes my life impossible just because i’m as smart as him. i don’t like him. at all. i can’t even stand him!” you rant. “he does this thing when he’s focused, playing with his hands and pencils, it’s so distracting. and when i state a fact, he just has to find something to actually make it wrong. every single time. and let’s not talk about how fucking childish he is, if you guys had been here for the training program, i swear to god he said this stupid things about kinks and me having trauma, oh my god i wanted to fucking kill him. he diminishes me, and thinks he’s better than me. and it just makes me sick…” you take a deep breath when you notice how much you had actually talked and your friends’ looks. “what i mean to say is, no. i don’t like spencer reid. and if he wants to fuck his job up, i’d be more than happy.”

morgan suddenly appeared, hotch right behind him.

“guys. there’s something you have to know…” the first talked.

“michael ryer’s dead.” the second finished.

“oh shit.” emily cursed.

“does lila know?” jj asked.

they shook their head.

“she’s gonna be devastated.” jj said to what you sipped at your coffee.

“well at least she has spencer, right?”

“oh, yeah. can we talk about that real quick?!” morgan inquired, astonished.

“no, morgan!” the girls stop him and he raised his hands.

“okay… but the kid has game.”

-

“woah. i like your house.” spencer said as you two entered lila’s house.

how had you managed to end up with the two of them alone, you didn’t know, and you didn’t like.

“i rent it.” the girl smiled.

“nice.” he nodded.

“lila, you should probably change all your phone numbers.” you said, messaging your team, they’d found something concerning nude photos of the young artist.

“i’m unlisted.”

“anytime you call an 800 or an 888 number your phone number’s put into a data bank that’s then sold to telemarketers. if someone gets your phone number they can go online and research all your records.” you actually responded.

“woah, are you a genius like spencer too?” spencer.

“no. i’m actually smarter.” you gave her a small smile, making her chuckle.

“uh… you should probably carry a piece of paper and pen with you wherever you go in case you see any suspicious license plates that often reappear.” spencer tries to change the conversation as you two followed the blonde towards her kitchen. “and a security dog too.”

“allergic.” she simply answered. “do you guys want some tea?”

you shrugged. “yeah, sure. thanks.” spencer nodded as well. it was already getting late, the sun leaving the city’s sky.

“i’m gonna go change while the water boils, make yourselves comfortable.” she said while making her way upstairs.

you went back towards the salon, your eyes wandering towards a collage on lila’s wall. spencer got your left side, his white stripped button up shirt’s sleeves rolled up to his elbows.

“feel anything yet?” you asked him.

“there is something definitely appealing about this one.” he said and you nodded.

“like lila?”

he looked at you, his mouth falling open to say something, but just as the words were to fall from his lips, the blonde returned in a a more comfortable outfit, making her way towards the patio of her house, beside the pool.

“what are you doing?” spencer inquired her.

“i just need some air. the tea is on the kitchen.” she responded.

“what? no, lila…” your eyes rolled to the back of your head as you watched him go after her.

you could hear them talk and spencer beg her to come inside since there was a psychotic killer aiming at her. you made your way back to the kitchen just as fast as you saw the blonde lean into him, one of her hands tugging at his tie to pull him down. great.

your hands took the cup of steaming tea that lila had prepared you, your eyes on spencer’s as you took a sip. but the warm liquid was poured all over the floor of the kitchen, your head spinning at the blunt trauma that stroke you. your hands went to the side of your forehead as you fell, taking in the sight of your blood. you groaned as someone took you from your hair, pulling you and dragging you across the floor, your hands getting cuts from the smashed cup of tea.

“come here.” the unsub said, taking away your gun, and… you knew that voice. your eyes met the blonde’s.

“maggie lowe?” you muttered to yourself. so you were right. she was the killer and stalker.

you got dragged all the way to the salon, where you could see lila and spencer kissing from the distance. but the kiss quickly broke when maggie fired a shot up into the ceiling, capturing their attentions. spencer quickly pulled out his weapon, pointing at maggie, whose gun’s barbell was right against your head.

“maggie?” lila inquired as they slowly made their way towards you two.

“why’d you have to bring these people here?” she asked lila. “put down the gun.” she ordered spencer, clocking the weapon that kissed your skin. he quickly lowered it, calling out for the killer. “don’t call me maggie! you don’t know me!” “come on lila, let’s go. we gotta go baby, let’s go.” she ordered the actress in a soft yet hurt voice.

“maggie don’t hurt her, you don’t need to hurt her.” you didn’t know if he was talking about lila or you. or maybe both.

“you don’t know anything. i would never do anything to hurt lila. i created her.”

“no, you didn’t.” lila said.

“yes, i did!” you closed your eyes when the barbell dug harsher against your temple. “i did everything for you! and you betray me by bringing these people here… to our house!!!”

“so ungrateful…” you say, loud enough for maggie to hear you. “look at you… you gave her everything and you saw what she did to you… she kissed him. she told him she loved him.” you lied, looking at spencer. he caught on.

“what?” maggie incredulously said.

“i heard them. i saw them kissing each other like animals!” you yelled. “he abandoned me… and now i’m here. about to be killed because of him!” you spat, meeting maggie’s eyes. “you don’t have to hurt me. they don’t deserve us. i’m on your side maggie… i know how you feel. i know how it feels to be betrayed like this…” you nodded, seeing her eyes change. “give me my gun… i’ll kill him for you. and then you can have lila back. i’ll let the two of you go.” you promised, slowly rising up to your feet, extending your hand.

and just as she pointed her gun down, you tackled her, taking the weapons from her and throwing them aside as she fought against your hold.

“reid!” you called out for your work mate, who quickly came to you and handcuffed maggie, who just started crying and begging for you to kill her.

“i gave her everything…”

you looked at spencer, wiping off the blood from your eyes.

“and that’s why we need to stay professional.”

-

“are you okay, pretty girl?” morgan came to you as the paramedics wiped clean your wound.

“yeah, they say i have a light concussion. a couple of stitches and i’ll be alright.” you gave him a small smile.

“what happened in there, huh? we only got what the paparazzi had on camera, which is…” you nodded.

“yeah. well, maggie got into the house with lila’s spare keys, and basically almost killed me. it was good luck that spencer kissed lila, or else i don’t know what i would’ve done.” the rest of the team had gathered around you.

“you did good. spencer told me how you got into her head.” gideon said.

“thanks.” you responded.

“make sure you’re on the clear before getting up. we’ll be right back, gotta fill in the other officers.” hotch informed you, to what you nodded.

they all left except spencer, who silently looked at you.

“i’m sorry.” spencer said, looking at his feet. “this shouldn’t have happened, if i hadn’t…”

“… played barbie?” you finished off for him, catching his attention. “look spencer. i don’t really care about it. it’s your life and you make your own decisions, just… make sure to not put any of us in danger while doing it. even lila. one of us three could have died tonight.” he nodded. you reached on your back pockets, pulling out the films of the paparazzi’s camera. “i guess this is yours.” he called out for you once again, probably to apologize one more time, but you were still pretty shaken up and you were still pretty mad at him. “would you mind? my head is killing me.” you asked of him and he nodded, silently turning around and walking its way towards morgan and emily. your mind went back to her words the moment the needle punctured your skin. oh ‘come on, really? do you really not feel it?’ ‘there’s this weird tension in between the two of you.’. and then back to jj’s. ‘it’s like when two little kids like each other and they don’t know how to show it so they just mess with each other’. you couldn’t help but chuckle.

you liking spencer? no way.

if there was anything you felt for spencer reid that was hate.

-

a/n; im so excited for this series!!!! so much angst and fluff and smut yet to come!🤭

[my-autism-adhd-blog]

how do i talk to my parents about taking my adhd more seriously? i feel like they dont really understand how much i really effects my life and my mom has said my "adhd isnt really a disability" and its very stressful sometimes

Hi @pyrophilexd

I’m so sorry your parents aren’t that educated about ADHD. But not to worry, I found sources you can show them and how it affects your daily life. There will be long excerpts, so I apologize if this is really long.

Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a chronic, debilitating disorder which may impact upon many aspects of an individual’s life, including academic difficulties,1 social skills problems,2 and strained parent-child relationships.3 Whereas it was previously thought that children eventually outgrow ADHD, recent studies suggest that 30–60% of affected individuals continue to show significant symptoms of the disorder into adulthood.4 Children with the disorder are at greater risk for longer term negative outcomes, such as lower educational and employment attainment.5 A vital consideration in the effective treatment of ADHD is how the disorder affects the daily lives of children, young people, and their families. Indeed, it is not sufficient to merely consider ADHD symptoms during school hours—a thorough examination of the disorder should take into account the functioning and wellbeing of the entire family.

As children with ADHD get older, the way the disorder impacts upon them and their families changes (fig 1⇓). The core difficulties in executive function seen in ADHD7 result in a different picture in later life, depending upon the demands made on the individual by their environment. This varies with family and school resources, as well as with age, cognitive ability, and insight of the child or young person. An environment that is sensitive to the needs of an individual with ADHD and aware of the implications of the disorder is vital. Optimal medical and behavioural management is aimed at supporting the individual with ADHD and allowing them to achieve their full potential while minimising adverse effects on themselves and society as a whole.

How Does ADHD Affect Overall Health?

ADHD & Sleep:

Why So Many Night Owls Have ADHD

Delayed sleep phase syndrome, defined by irregular sleep-wake patterns and thought of as a circadian rhythm disorder, is common in ADHD. The ADHD brain takes longer — about an hour longer on average (remember, that’s just an average) — to fall asleep than does the non-ADHD brain. That’s why it’s not uncommon for us to stay up late at night, and regret it in the morning.

Poor-Quality Sleep Worsens ADHD Symptoms

Suffering a sleep deficit with ADHD is like waking up to ADHD times two — or five. Lack of sleep slows a person’s response time, processing speed, and decision-making. We’re not as alert or as focused when we’re tired. We become crabby and inflexible. We imitate three of the Seven Dwarfs: Dopey, Sleepy, and Grumpy. Lack of sleep is a self-fulfilling prophecy; it only continues to throw our circadian rhythm off kilter and cause more dysregulated sleep.

ADHD & Nutrition and Eating Habits

Why ADHD Brains Chase Dopamine

The dopamine-deficient ADHD brain seeks this chemical in many places, from tobacco to junk food. Caffeine also boosts dopamine levels in the brain. And it’s always tempting to reach for simple carbs, since they rapidly break down into sugar and stimulate dopamine release.

ADHD Symptoms Influence Eating Behaviors

Symptoms like impulsivity and inattention easily invite dysregulated eating, which may lead to unintended weight gain. In fact, studies link ADHD to excess weight and obesity5 — which is linked to other conditions ranging from fatty liver, high blood pressure, and metabolic syndrome. Relatedly, research also links ADHD to Type 2 diabetes.

Are Other Health Conditions Linked to ADHD?

From autoimmune diseases and skin conditions to hypermobility and pulmonary disease, a string of other health conditions have been linked to ADHD. Take a moment to think about how ADHD impacts your diet, health, and overall wellness.

How Does ADHD Affect Education and Careers?

Adverse School Experiences with ADHD Are Common

Our experiences in school often foreshadow our careers and other aspects of our lives. Did ADHD prevent you from graduating high school or from enrolling in or finishing college, as it did for so many of us? Or did ADHD help you excel in school? Did you have to navigate school with a learning difference like dyslexia or dysgraphia, as 45% of children with ADHD do?

What Is ADHD?

ADHD stands for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. It’s caused by brain differences that affect attention and behavior in set ways. For example, people with ADHD are more easily distracted than people who don’t have it. ADHD can make it harder to focus, listen well, wait, or take your time.

Having ADHD affects a person at school, at home, and with friends.

The signs of ADHD start early in childhood. But some people don’t find out they have it until they are older. It all depends on when ADHD keeps them from doing well, and when they see a doctor about it.

No matter when a person finds out they have ADHD, the right treatment can help them do better in all parts of their life. Having great support from parents, teachers, and friends helps too.

What Are the Signs of ADHD?

People with ADHD might:

have trouble listening and paying attention

need lots of reminders to do things

get distracted easily

seem absent-minded

be disorganized and lose things

not sit still, wait their turn, or be patient

rush through homework or other tasks or make careless mistakes

interrupt a lot, and talk or call out answers in class

do things they shouldn't, even though they know better

get upset easily

feel restless, fidgety, frustrated, and bored

Teachers will notice signs like these in the classroom. And parents will notice signs like these at home. You may notice signs like these in yourself. If you do, talk to a parent or teacher about it.

Share this information and articles to your uneducated parents. They need to understand and know how this disorder affects daily life. And it’s also genetic. So if you have ADHD, I’m sure your parents might too.

I hope this can help you and your parents. Thank you for the inbox. I hope you have a wonderful day/night. ♥️

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The Mediterranean diet contains nutrients that are known to enhance longevity and has other health benefits that are backed by peer-reviewed, scientific studies. Broccoli is one of nature's most nutrient-dense foods, with only 30 calories per cup and contains fibre and polyphenols — antioxidants that detoxify cell-damaging chemicals in your bodying.

A Spanish study found a Mediterranean diet supplemented with extra-virgin olive oil reduced the incidence of major cardiovascular events among patients with a history of heart disease.

Quinoa contains a good dose of protein to help build muscle. Yet including any type of whole grain in your diet — from barley to brown rice — will aid in weight loss by filling you up for fewer calories.

Blueberries is a kind of superfood because studies have shown they aid in everything from fighting cancer to lowering cholesterol. But all berries, including raspberries, strawberries and blackberries, contain antioxidants and phytonutrients.

Studies show that eating a handful of nuts several times a week can prevent heart disease and ultimately help you shed pounds since they fill you up and stop you from snacking on other things. Almonds, in particular, contain lots of monounsaturated fats and fibre.

Salmon is also a good source of lean protein. With this diet, doctors suggest eating fish at least two times a week. Salmon provides a high dose of omega-3 fatty acids, which studies show significantly lower the risk of heart disease. Omega-3 fatty acids fight back by reducing inflammation and slowing the rate of plaque buildup in blood vessels.

Black, kidney, white and garbanzo beans (also known as chickpeas) are good for fibre and protein. They fill you up and provide muscle-building material without any of the fat that meat can add to your meal.

Eating a breakfast high in protein is a good way to keep hunger at bay throughout the day. Eggs are full of choline, a nutrient that helps block fat from being absorbed in the liver. Choline may also help in preventing memory loss.

Spinach is a great source of iron, which is a key component in red blood cells that fuel our muscles with oxygen for energy. But researchers in Sweden identified another way in which these greens might keep you charged: Compounds found in spinach actually increase the efficiency of our mitochondria, the energy-producing factories inside our cells.

Walnuts are packed with tryptophan, an amino acid your body needs to create serotonin. They're digested slowly which contributes to mood stability and can help you tolerate stress.

Asparagus is one of the best sources of folate, a B vitamin that could help keep you out of a mental slump. Folate is important for the synthesis of the neurotransmitters dopamine, serotonin and norepinephrine; all of these are crucial for mood.

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Centaur biology

Evolution

Are related to spinxes, manticores, sirens, and tarrasques. They are most closely related to sirens.

Their ancestors could fly, their first set of legs had once been wings. They’d loss the ability to fly in favor of a faster running speed. They have a vestigial brightly colored patagium stretching between their front and hind legs. 

Centaurs are omnivorous pursuit predators

There are three main morphs of centaur: Coldblood, warmblood, and darkblood. These have adapted to thrive best in different climates and environment types.

Coldbloods are the largest morph of centaur with thick muscular builds. They are adapted to live in cold open forests. They have thicker fur, often with feathering on their feet. They are good at packing on fat to help survive the harsh winters. They are known to put on a characteristic potbelly on their barrel.

Warmblood are middle-sized with typically lean runners builds. They are adapted to dry open grasslands. They have short fur and are more likely to sweat. They are the fastest running of the centaurs.

Darkbloods are small centaurs with stocky builds. They are adapted to live in dense rainforests and tall grasslands with poor visibility. They are good climbers even as adults with better low-light vision than other centaurs. 

Anatomy & Physiology

A centaur pregnancy lasts approximately 340 days (11 months). Foals get named if they survive the next 140 days (4 months) they get named.

Centaurs are lighter than they look. They have hollow bones and air sacs like birds.

Their upper humanoid body contains large lungs and several air sacs protected by a pseudo-rib cage, the heart, and a crop to store extra food before digestion.

Their lower body contains all of the rest of their digestive tract, excretory, and reproductive organs. The liver is quite large and effective at neutralizing toxins from their diet. They have short ‘omnivore that cooks food’ guts giving thinner individuals a dog-like tuck to their abdomen.

Centaurs have three toes on their front feet but only the middle toe bears weight. They have one toe on their hind feet. All of their feet have a pad of dense fatty tissue behind the weight-bearing digit that helps support their weight giving the foot a wide thumb-like look. 

They have two dewclaws on their front feet. These dewclaws can grasp and hold things, usually pinched between the digit and the fatty pad. The outer digit grows a long curved claw that can act as a spur for fighting/self-defense. In young foals, these claws can help them climb.

Centaurs have a vestigial patagium that runs from the elbow of their forelegs to the hip and knee of their hind legs. It’s brightly colored and can help show an individual’s fitness.

Centaurs have a decent tolerance for poisons in their foods, though the cooking process removes a lot.

Centaurs have slitted eyes like a cat or fox that help them see in low morning/afternoon light when they are most likely to be hunting and help them catch on to motion above them.

They have short nail-like claws on their hands

They have short fangs

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Free Seat Privilege for the Morbidly Obese

The reason so many people are willing to sacrifice all claim to self-respect by becoming sniveling victims is the privilege that can be attained through membership in the Cultural Marxist coalition. Consider the newest group of oppressed persons to be played off against the hated core population. The morbidly obese have only just begun to whine, and already they get free seats on airplanes:

Customers whose bodies “encroach” past the armrest are entitled to an extra seat, according to Southwest’s inclusion policy.

Those who are extra obese get extra privilege: two free seats.

As for the rest of us,

The flight team will then try to […] make the seating arrangements, potentially moving other passengers around for the “unplanned accommodation.”

Remember obesity activist Jae’lynn Chaney?

A plus-size travel expert and TikToker, Jae’lynn Chaney, told Fox News Digital it was an important move to include people in the “super fat” category.

“Super fat” is how Jae’lynn identifies. Too bad for her she cannot also identify as a Woman of Color without risking exposure as a racial impostor. She will never achieve the level of oppression of vicious Black Lives Matter moonbat Zyahna Bryant, who is paid by Dove to be a Super Fat black woman. If you hear Zyahna coming, drop to your knees and touch your forehead to the floor in obeisance to her intersectional oppression.

Super Fatties get not only free seats but also affirmation on social media:

A self-described “Fat Solo Traveler” posted a video on TikTok that went viral, obtaining nearly 1,000,000 views since October, showing how she got a complimentary seat. … “Southwest is the only airline that allows you a second seat at no extra cost even if the flight is fully booked… I’ve done this a dozen times and never had an issue or been denied,” [Kimmy (@kimmystyled)] said. Kimmy also said that she is allowed to “preboard” with the accommodation.

Before embracing gluttony as a means of advancement in the politically correct caste system, be aware that obesity still has its downsides, including increased risk of the following according to the National Institutes of Health: type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, metabolic syndrome, fatty liver diseases, some cancers, breathing problems, osteoarthritis, gout, diseases of the gallbladder and pancreas, kidney disease, pregnancy problems, fertility problems, sexual function problems, and mental health problems.

Nonetheless, the liberal establishment promotes obesity. It’s almost as if our moonbat overlords are not concerned about what is best for us.

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Important points to keep in mind for living a healthy life.

Remove Refined Food products from your diet.

- Refined food products like refined wheat flour, refined oil, chips, noodles, candies, and other junk food are very harmful for our health. They are linked to many chronic illnesses like inflammatory diseases, fatty liver, diabetes etc. So stop consuming them on a regular basis. Once in while is fine but not daily

Minimise the use of sugar in your diet.

- Sugar tastes very good and once we eat it our tongue wants more, but it is harmful for our bone health and causes diseases like diabetes, obesity, inflammation in our body. So stop consuming sugar and sugary products like candies, cakes, pastries etc. Use healthy sweeteners like jaggery and date powder instead. Stay tuned for Recipes of healthy cakes, sweets etc.

Include a variety of fruits in your diet.

- We should eat atleast 2-3 different types of seasonal fruits daily. You can choose any fruit. Fruits are a combination of taste and health. Fruits alkalis the body and all fruits have different benefits and we will sharing them soon.

Eat more veggies

- Veggies are more nutritious than fruits and should be consumed daily. You can choose any vegetable to include in your diet but consume different veggies the next day.

Meals on time

- Today many people are having late night dinners which is not good for our health, as food can't be digested properly and our sleep also get disturbed. We should eat all our meals on correct time. Dinner should be done around between 7-8 pm or atleast two hours before bed time.

Sleeping on time

- Today there our many people who sleep around 1 or 2 am or late than that but sleeping at a correct time is very important. Our body recover when we sleep and if we sleep to late then our body doesn't get time to recover. Sleeping late can also cause insomnia. So start sleeping before 10 pm.

Excercise

- Today, most of the people are busy in their work and don't excercise daily. Physical activity is very important for our body to be active. Less physical activity or less movement of body is linked to many chronic health conditions. We should have atleast 1-2 hours of excercise or any physical activity like playing any outdoor game such as badminton, cricket etc.

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Is the keto diet effective in weight loss?

1. Ketosis

Ketosis occurs when the body's fat stores are depleted, resulting in the production of ketones, or beta-hydroxybutyrate (BHB), in the blood. When the liver breaks down BHB, it produces glucose and insulin. Insulin is the hormone responsible for regulating blood sugar levels in the body, however, if insulin levels remain high, the excess glucose is stored as glycogen instead of being converted into usable energy. Ketosis generally results in increased appetite, fatigue, lack of focus and mental clarity, dry mouth, and rapid heartbeat.

2. Benefits of Keto Diet

The ketogenic diet achieved its initial popularity over a century ago when doctors first observed that patients who receive prolonged fasts often experience dramatic improvements in their neurological symptoms. Patients with epilepsy report fewer seizures while on the diet. A ketogenic diet may be recommended for children with intractable epilepsy due to its safety and potential efficacy for seizure reduction. In addition to epilepsy, studies have shown that a ketogenic diet may improve other medical conditions including Alzheimer’s disease, type 2 diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, sleep disorders, migraine headaches, polycystic ovarian syndrome, and cancer.

3. Types of Ketogenic Diets

There are two types of ketogenic diets: High carbohydrate low glycemic index (HLGI) and Low carbohydrate high glycemic index (LCHI). HLGI is based on the premise that processed foods are causing our bodies to become too acidic and thus disrupting normal metabolic pathways. Foods with high glycaemic indexes cause spikes in blood sugar levels that increase insulin secretion and create a positive feedback loop where the brain craves carbs and sugar to manage these elevated insulin levels. To avoid this problem, LCHI emphasizes avoiding highly processed foods and favoring whole food choices. There are many different types of ketogenic diets available, including Atkins, Keto, Ornish, Zone, etc.

4. Advantages of Keto Diet

A ketogenic diet has many advantages. Studies suggest that a ketogenic diet could help reduce both cardiovascular risk factors and type 2 diabetes. As mentioned earlier, it has been proven that people with epilepsy achieve symptom relief when they go through a strict ketogenic diet. Another advantage is that a ketogenic diet can help those who suffer from obesity or overweight. By cutting out simple carbs and replacing them with fats, this diet helps produce satiety signals so users eat less at each meal. An added advantage of the ketogenic diet is that it has few side effects. People who follow this diet limit themselves from having certain foods, therefore leading to no cravings. Lastly, compared to other dietary approaches, a ketogenic diet is easier to maintain. Because the diet isn't restrictive, it makes it much simpler to incorporate healthy habits and lifestyle changes.

5. Disadvantages of Ketogenic Dieting

While on a ketogenic diet, individuals need to make sure that they get enough protein and vitamins to ensure good health. Inadequate protein intake can lead to muscle loss. Vitamin D and vitamin C are also important to consume since they play a role in the creation of collagen, which is necessary to repair damaged skin cells caused by daily sun exposure. Fats aren't digested, so people should avoid eating foods rich in omega-6 fatty acids, like grains and dairy products. Omega-6 fatty acids promote inflammation in the body. When fat does not get burned off (this happens after six months on a ketogenic diet), it increases the likelihood of heart problems later in life.

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6. Weight Loss

One major advantage of going keto is that it creates a state of nutritional ketosis that causes weight loss. Since the body’s preferred fuel source becomes fat, people lose weight without feeling hungry or deprived. Research shows that about 80% to 90% of people who try a ketogenic diet lose 5-10 pounds within the first 30 days. Fat burns calories whereas carbs burn only about 4 calories per gram. Therefore, once the body shifts to ketosis, it uses stored fat for fuel rather than sugar. A study published in the journal Cell Metabolism suggests that the keto diet triggers genes involved in forming cellular structures called mitochondria, which then burn fat more efficiently.

7. Blood Sugar Levels

Another benefit of a ketogenic diet is that blood sugar levels tend to be lower. A review published in Frontiers in Endocrinology explains how the ketogenic diet works by controlling hormonal secretions. Hormone secretions affect how the pancreas functions, which determines whether the body turns blood sugar into usable energy or holds onto it. When blood sugar levels are higher, hormones encourage the body to store sugar. However, when blood sugar levels drop, hormones encourage the body release sugar into the bloodstream. When the body switches to using fat as fuel, it prevents spikes in blood sugar levels, hence reducing the chances of heart disease and diabetes. The ketogenic diet has also been associated with improved cholesterol, reduced triglycerides, and reduced blood pressure.

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did anyone bother to read the links? did anyone bother to check if the studies posted controlled diet and exercise, or if they allowed people to free feed like farm animals, which would ruin the point of checking whether varying exercise impact weight gained? did anyone bother to check the difference between fat lost vs muscle gained in body mass?

let's have a look.

"not for people exercising for their non-alcoholic fatty liver disease"

irrelevant, and does not make the conclusion claimed. the point of this metaanalysis was to check impact on that disease, not exercise and weight. it also flat out says they could not perform an analysis because the data was too biased and poor. it also still recommended exercise. notably in the actual article: "surgery for obesity reliably achieves and sustains substantial weight loss." completely against this bullshit "set point" theory. ignoring the point of the study and looking at the data, because they did look at body weight and bmi: body weight decreased, and decreased more in the intervention group compared to the control group after one year, resulting in a significant reduction in BMI.

second link: "not for people with type 2 diabetes"

"The meta‐analysis shows that exercise significantly improves glycaemic control and reduces visceral adipose tissue and plasma triglycerides, but not plasma cholesterol, in people with type 2 diabetes, even without weight loss....Furthermore, exercise decreases body fat content, thus the failure to lose weight with exercise programmes is probably explained by the conversion of fat to muscle."

ohhhh my god, what lies. called it without even opening the links, because all this stuff is always the same garbage.

your own links put the lie to your bullshit.

"king of science". snort.

given the blatant lies on just these two listed as supporting this alternative facts, i am not going to bother looking at the other links. this isn't even pseudo science, it's a whole alternative reality.

exercise burns calories. that is a physical fact. when you do not eat enough to replace the burned calories, you lose weight. if you stuff yourself with more food than you burned, you gain weight. that is a fact of physics. the human body is subject to the laws of physics. the only "exceptions" to that are rare things like pcos and metabolic diseases like cfs where your literal ability to do the burning of energy is impaired, and you have serious problems like always feeling massively tired and you can't do simple things. 60% of america does not have RARE metabolic diseases. they just eat too much. simple math.

the problem with "simple math" is that people think their exercise burns a lot more than it actually does and they think their food has a lot less calories than it actually does. too much in, too little out. that is why, when doing exercise, you cannot go "ohhh but i earned this cake". no. you are overeating. if you do not control the diet and vary only the exercise, you are not actually making exercise useful in a fat burning manner, and you will gain fat. exercise is still impactful healthwise when done like that, but it's not useful for fat burning.

and obviously, if you exercise and you gain muscle, your weight will go up while your fat content goes down. why is this not obvious when these same goosesteppers bleat about how "bmi is bad data" using that same fact. i can't even call this cherry picking because that at least requires some facts in the claim, and this is nothing but lies.

no one needs to point to some esoteric disease to go "it's not my fault i'm fat so therefore i am allowed to be fat and not care about it". what you are doing with that statement is saying that people deserve to suffer and be abused even more when we don't understand why they're sick, because ~~obviously it's just their own damn fault for not trying hard enough to get better. if we could just abuse people enough then nobody would ever be sick! do you like, see the problem. why do you like that state of affairs.

have some empathy. no one is at fault for being sick, and even if they are, they still deserve help. if you personally don't care that you're ill, then keep your nose out of everyone else's business and stop spreading rank bullshit. falsehoods don't make you look better, it makes it clear that you know full well you're wrong and that your opponents are right. when you lie to "support" your claims, you are supporting the idea that fat people are liars, stupid, and selfish, who will do or say anything to get their way, who need to be controlled lest they harm others, and who think everyone else is beneath them. you know, exactly what bigots say when asked why you deserve to be spit on. don't feed that shit. unless like, you enjoy being treated like that? go look up bdsm like normal folk

Me: Exercise does not cause weight loss. This is a fact that has been demonstrated so robustly in research that even doctors, who hate and fear evidence, are grudgingly starting to admit this.

Someone reading that post: Cool, but have you considered that exercise leads to weight loss?

Me: I am going to eat you

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Liver Transplant in India

The Liver is one of the five Vital Organs in the human body. The Liver performs many important functions for the proper functioning of the Human Body. Any changes or abnormalities in liver tissues can affect the quality of life and may need medical treatments. Certain Medical Conditions like Cirrhosis of the Liver, primary Liver cancer, or an ill-functioning Liver may require a Liver Transplant to save the life of the patient.

What is a Liver Transplant Surgery?

A liver Transplant is a life-saving Surgery performed by a specially trained gastroenterology surgeon to replace the damaged or faulty liver in a patient with a healthy liver either from a deceased donor liver or the portion of the Liver obtained from a living liver donor. Liver Transplant Surgery is a complicated surgery and requires great expertise from gastroenterology surgeons and a proper hospital setup.

Why a Liver transplant is needed?

A liver transplant is needed when the liver tissues are damaged and the Liver is unable to perform its functions. An end-stage liver disease patient requires a Liver Transplant for survival. A liver Transplant is also indicated for the treatment of primary Liver Cancer when the cancer is localized and the tumor size is smaller. Following medical conditions may make a Gastroenterologist or Hepatologist recommend a Liver Transplant for a patient:

Liver Cirrhosis

Alcohol-induced liver damage due to chronic alcoholism

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease

Hemochromatosis

Wilson's disease

Primary biliary Cholangitis (PBC)

Primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC)

Biliary atresia (generally for pediatric liver patients)

Autoimmune hepatitis

Acute Liver failure

Primary Liver cancer

Types of Liver Transplants

Liver Transplants are done either with a deceased liver donor or a healthy liver donor.

Deceased Donor Liver Transplant

Orthotopic liver transplant is replacing the damaged liver in an end-stage liver disease patient with a healthy liver procured from a deceased donor.

Split liver transplants are also orthotopic liver transplants where the deceased donor's liver is split into two and transplanted into two end-stage liver disease patients. In Split liver transplant surgery, the left lateral cadaveric liver is transplanted into a child, and the right extended liver is transplanted into an adult patient.

Living Donor Liver Transplants

Living donor liver transplants are done by taking a portion of the liver from an HLA matching Liver Donor. The Donor reverts to the full functionality of the Liver within 6 weeks of liver donation and lives a perfectly normal life.

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How can steatotic (fatty) liver disease be prevented?

Fatty liver disease, also known as steatotic liver disease, is a growing health concern that affects millions of people globally. It occurs when there is an accumulation of fat in the liver cells, which can impair the liver's ability to function properly. Over time, this condition can progress from simple fatty liver (non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, or NAFLD) to more severe forms, including non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), fibrosis, cirrhosis, and even liver failure. In some cases, a liver transplant may be necessary. However, the good news is that fatty liver disease can often be prevented or managed effectively with lifestyle changes, early intervention, and the guidance of healthcare professionals.

In this blog, we will discuss how to prevent fatty liver disease, explore its causes, and provide actionable steps to protect liver health. We will also touch on the role of liver transplant doctors in India, should prevention fail, and patients progress to severe liver disease.

What Is Steatotic (Fatty) Liver Disease?

Fatty liver disease is the accumulation of fat in liver cells. There are two kinds:

Non-alcoholic Fat liver disorder (NAFLD): This type is seen in those who drink little or no alcohol. NAFLD is usually related to metabolic issues such as obesity and type 2 diabetes as well as high cholesterol. It is not always a cause of symptoms, but it is more likely to do so in its initial stages.

Affluent fatty liver disorder (AFLD): This results from drinking excessively over a long period of time. Alcohol causes damage to liver cells, which leads to the accumulation of fat, inflammation, and scarring.

The condition of fatty liver is especially alarming because it could lead to more serious ailments in the absence of treatment. In many instances the damage to the liver may be reversed, however if the condition gets worse into the development of liver cancer or cirrhosis and even the need for liver transplant.

The Causes and Risk Factors of Fatty Liver Disease

Knowing the risk factors and causes of the steatotic liver disease is essential to ensure that you are taking preventive measures. Common causes include:

Obesity The presence of excess body fat, particularly visceral fat (fat around organs) is a significant risk factor for developing fatty liver disease. The liver is the organ that processes fats from food. When there is a high level of fat of fat, it builds up in liver cells.

Insulin resistance as well as Type 2 diabetes Insulin resistance, an illness in which the body's insulin levels are not able to be used effectively, usually occurs in conjunction with the fatty liver disease. In time, this may result in type 2 diabetes and cause liver problems to become more severe.

HD Cholesterol as well as Triglycerides The elevated levels of cholesterol or triglycerides may be a cause of fat accumulation in the liver, which can lead to liver diseases such as fatty.

Live a sedentary lifestyle A lack of physical activity may cause weight increase and fat accumulation in the liver.

poor diet High in refined sugars, processed foods as well as bad fats (e.g. trans fats as well as saturated fats, trans fats, etc.)) could raise the chance of developing fatty liver disease. Poor diets can lead to insulin resistance, obesity and elevated cholesterol.

Genetics Genetic influences can be a factor in the development of fat liver disease. Certain individuals may be genetically predisposed that makes them more prone to the accumulation of fat within the liver.

Medical conditions Certain medicines such as corticosteroids anti-cancer drugs, as well as some antidepressants, can make it more likely to develop having fatty liver disease.

Drinking Alcohol Although the development of fatty liver disease is typically associated with alcohol consumption even moderate drinking can cause fat accumulation inside the liver. Alcohol consumption that is excessive can lead to the progression of the condition and lead to alcoholic liver disease.

Age and gender Age and gender: Older people tend to be more likely suffer from NAFLD, a condition that affects the liver. It is more common among those who are over 50. Women are also more likely to be more prone to developing NAFLD post menopausal because of hormonal changes.

Polycystic Ovary syndrome (PCOS): Women who suffer from PCOS are more at chance of developing fatty-liver condition due to hormone issues and resistance to insulin.

Preventing Fatty Liver Disease: Key Strategies

The positive side is that the fatty liver disease can be prevented. Through a healthy, balanced life style and taking care of risky factors you can shield your liver and keep it in function. Here are some of the most effective prevention strategies:

1. Maintain a Healthy Weight

The most efficient methods to avoid fatty liver diseases is to keep an appropriate weight. Obesity is a significant risk factor in the accumulation of fat inside the liver. If you lose weight even a small amount (around 5-10 percent of your body weight) will significantly decrease liver fat and reduce the chance of damage to your liver.

Diet: Try to follow an energizing diet that is rich in vegetables, fruits whole grains, protein lean, and good fats (e.g. avocado, olive oil). Beware of foods that are with high levels of refined carbs, sugars as well as trans fats.

Exercise Goal for at minimum 150 minutes of moderate intensity exercise each week (e.g. Brisk walking, brisk walking or bicycle) as well as 75 minutes intense-intensity workout (e.g. running, running or swimming). Training for strength is beneficial to general well-being.

2. Follow a Low-Carb, Low-Sugar Diet

Diet plays an important part in preventing the development of fatty liver. The excessive consumption of sugars, including fructose (found in a variety of processed foods and drinks that contain sugar) is closely connected to the formation of the fatty liver.

Get rid of sweet drinks Soda, sweetened juices as well as energy drinks, are rich in sugar, and have very little nutritional value. Choose water, herbal teas or drinks that are not sweetened.

Increase your intake of fiber The fiber-rich foods such as fruits, vegetables legumes, whole grains are able to regulate blood sugar levels as well as reduce fat accumulation in the liver.

Reduce processed food Foods that are highly processed contain harmful fats, sugars and preservatives that cause the development of fatty liver. Select fresh, whole foods whenever you can.

3. Manage Insulin Resistance and Diabetes

If you're suffering from Type 2 or insulin-resistant diabetes it's essential to control these conditions efficiently. Insufficiently controlled blood sugar levels could increase the accumulation of liver fat.

Meds Follow your physician's instructions regarding insulin and medications management.

Check blood sugar levels regularly to check for blood sugar levels, and collaborate with your healthcare professional to modify your treatment plan if needed.

Diet and exercise A healthy lifestyle can dramatically increase insulin sensitivity and assist in managing the symptoms of diabetes.

4. Limit Alcohol Consumption

Drinking excessively is the leading cause of the fatty liver disease. To lower the chance of developing the alcoholic the disease of the liver (AFLD) it is crucial to cut down on alcohol consumption or completely avoid it. If you're unsure of the right amount of alcohol you consume, speak your physician for specific suggestions.

5. Get Regular Checkups

Regular visits to your doctor can to detect the early signs of fatty liver disease before the symptoms begin to manifest. The early diagnosis will help in more efficient treatment and a reduction in the risk of complications. Your doctor might recommend testing for blood and imaging studies or even a liver biopsy, if needed.

6. Avoid Medications That Can Harm the Liver

Certain medications may put extra stress on the liver, and can contribute to the development of fatty liver disease. Always consult your physician prior to taking any new medication, particularly when you're already in the risk of developing liver disease.

7. Manage Other Health Conditions

Conditions like high cholesterol, blood pressure, or sleep apnea could make it more likely to develop developing fatty liver disease. Treating these issues with medications, diet and lifestyle adjustments can reduce the chance of developing.

8. Quit Smoking

Smoking can cause the oxidative stress that can harm the liver's cells, and raise risk for suffering from liver diseases. It is advantageous to quit smoking for the overall health of your liver, and also for general health.

When Prevention Fails: Role of Liver Transplantation

Despite all efforts to prevent certain individuals can develop severe liver damage as a result of the fatty liver disease. When the liver is damaged (cirrhosis) or ceases to function properly, the need for a the transplant of the liver could be the only alternative for survival.

India has grown to be a popular destination for liver transplants thanks to the accessibility of top-quality medical treatment and less expensive procedures. The most renowned liver transplant specialists in India are experts in the field of life-saving liver transplants to patients who suffer from liver disease that is end-stage.

The liver transplant surgeon in India is a key part in assessing patients for transplant-related eligibility, coordinating the process of pre-transplant care and then performing the procedure of transplantation. Additionally, they provide after-surgical support to ensure a successful recovery in the long run.

Finding a Liver Transplant Doctor in India

If you're concerned about the likelihood of having an organ transplant for advanced fatty liver disease it is crucial to talk with a highly skilled liver transplant surgeon in India. They have the expertise and experience to analyze your health and recommend the best treatment plan.

India is home to world-class hospitals, equipped with the latest medical equipment and highly competent transplant surgeons that are recognized worldwide for their knowledge. A lot of patients come to India to undergo liver transplants because of India's fame for its high success rate and affordable medical expenses and high-quality healthcare.

Conclusion

Steatotic (fatty) liver disease is a serious illness that can cause damage to the liver, cirrhosis and even failure of the liver. However, with the proper precautions--such as sustaining an appropriate weight, addressing chronic conditions by eating a balanced and healthy diet, working out regularly and avoiding alcohol consumption that is excessive, you can safeguard your liver and decrease the chance of developing an inflammatory liver disease.

If prevention fails and the liver is seriously damaged, a transplant could be necessary. Finding a qualified liver transplant surgeon in India could provide hope to patients suffering from advanced stages of liver disease. Keep in mind that early detection and treatment are essential.

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The information in this thread isn't accurate, so I'd like to provide some corrections:

The body's fuel source is not glucose. Human beings rely on two primary forms of energy metabolism, glycolysis and lipolysis.

1 - Glycolysis occurs when the body burns glucose as energy, storing any excess glucose as fat molecules by converting it into lipids via lipogenesis. This process is triggered and moderated by the presence of insulin in the bloodstream. With low enough glucose and insulin levels, the body automatically switches over to lipid metabolism, which we call lipolysis.

2 - Lipolysis occurs when the body burns lipids as energy, while also converting some of the products of lipolysis into ketone bodies that can act as glucose replacements for the parts of the body that are normally heavily glucose dependent, such as the brain.

Fructose is not harmful to the liver and the body when removed from its native environment. It's more complicated than that.

The reason that fructose is considered more harmful than other types of sugar is that it's metabolized entirely in the liver. Since a body using glycolysis is producing an excess of glucose it's always storing some of that glucose away as fat. In humans, that means that fructose that gets metabolized in to glucose always gets stored inside the liver as fat deposits.

This is the same process that migratory bird species take advantage of to inflate their livers in preparation for migration. It's not healthy in humans because a fatty liver in a human being creates health problems. And we generally don't need to fly south for the winter.

The reason why fructose consumed in fruits isn't considered unhealthy is because fruits usually have small amounts of fructose stored in fibrous tissues. You're getting something that's sweet but not too sugary, which also provides you with some fiber to keep your digestive system clean.

Which means a smoothie, which extracts all of the sugar with none of the fiber, is little better than a milkshake or a couple of cans of coke.

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Glucose is not the body's preferred fuel choice.

The human body evolved to exploit fat and carbohydrates as two primary fuel sources. The body uses fat as a long term fuel source. It's highly energy dense and you can get a great deal of energy out of a lot of fat. It's also slow to burn, so you don't have energy spikes or find yourself with an empty tank quickly.

By comparison, we use glucose as an extremely fast burning energy source. The problem is that you have to use it or you lose it, hence why we have the growth hormone insulin, which helps our bodies capture and store all of that quick energy as stores of fat so we can use it later, when we don't have much glucose lying around.

Sugar isn't poison, but the food supply chain means the modern diet is way too rich in carbs

The modern food supply chain overproduces carbohydrates because they're extremely inexpensive, easy to produce and store, and extremely popular. The reason it's not good for us is because eating carbs all the time means relying on glycolysis all the time, which means accumulating fat stores that you don't need. All the time.

This has nothing to do with how much people eat or what level of activity they engage in. If you give humans a diet that's overloaded in carbs, we're going to have problems with excess fat and nutrition related health problems.

Sugar isn't something you get addicted to. Yes, even if your cravings stop when you quit eating sugar.

The human body is built to crave nutrients. It's completely normal to want to eat something sugary. That's why we have the reaction to sugar that we do, because it's our primate brain saying 'oh hey, energy! yum!' to encourage us to eat it. The same thing happens with fats and protein.

The OP is incorrect about lack of sugar inducing a famine state in human beings.

Lipolysis is a completely normal metabolic pathway that's used by anyone who eats a ketogenic diet. It's not your body signalling that you're dying. When you actually experience famine you start running into problems where your metabolic system goes haywire.

If you're diabetic and your diet gets messed up enough you can experience something called ketoacidosis, where your body isn't able to shift into lipolysis properly and you produce a bunch of excess ketones that acidify your blood.

If you're starving then your body will consume muscle tissue (yes, including your heart) to provide for basic maintenance tasks, making your body eat itself.

If you eliminate carbs from your diet you're eating a ketogenic diet. It's a completely healthy kind of diet that you can live on for your entire life. People living with diabetes, particularly gestational diabetes, are often prescribed ketogenic diets to help control their insulin levels.

You can be fatphobic by telling people they eat too much but you can also be fatphobic by telling people that they're killing themselves by eating the wrong thing.

It's about the moral judgment. People who say these things aren't trying to inform and educate, they're more trying to express their disapproval.

To be clear, it's fatphobia to tell someone that they're fat because they eat too much sugar. It's also fatphobia to tell someone they're killing themselves by cutting out carbs.

People think that you have to have carbs to live or that changing your diet will kill you or that certain foods are poison because we aren't taught about nutrition or metabolism in a way that informs us.

The reason that everyone thinks carbs are necessary is because that's how we're all educated, but it's not actually true. You need to be willing to question your own assumptions if you want to find factual information, because the assumptions you don't know you have will blind you from seeing what's actually going on.

As you learn more about any topic you might find it hard to listen to people repeat things that they learned via pop culture, so I encourage you to always question your own assumptions before weighing in on topics like this. Have you studied the topic in question and do you have confidence in the basic facts? If not, go back and do more research.

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For anyone who wants to read more about a basic overview of how human metabolism works, along with the history of nutrition, I'd recommend two books by Gary Taubes, a science journalist that's written extensively about the topic.

Why We Get Fat [Amazon link] - This is the lighter version of Good Calories, Bad Calories, and it gives you a quick introduction to nutrition, nutrition history, and the science of metabolism.

Good Calories, Bad Calories [Amazon link] - This is the one that goes in depth into how different kinds of food affect your body and should give you a good primer to start learning more about metabolism.

And finally, a cheat sheet:

Fats are good - Long term, durable energy. Avoiding carbs is how your body naturally sheds weight to achieve homeostasis.

Carbs are good - Quick bursts of energy, eating carbs is how you gain weight when you need to gain weight.

Insulin is a growth hormone - Insulin helps you burn carbs and gain weight. Reducing insulin helps you burn fat and lose weight.

When you lose weight in a healthy way, you're returning to a point of homeostasis. That doesn't necessarily mean thin. It just means what your body finds most efficient for you.

Everyone's body is different. Some people are more insulin sensitive than others. You have to dial in the right diet that will maintain a healthy insulin level for you.

You don't need to lose weight to be healthy, but if you want to lose weight you should learn how to do it in a healthy way.

"sugar is poison" sugar is your body's preferred fuel choice and if you stop eating entirely you will die

[talasuharshitha]

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Experiencing constant abdominal pain due to gallbladder stones? Consult with SurgiKure's expert and highly experienced surgeons to undergo gallbladder removal surgery and get permanent relief from gallstones. From consultation to post-operative care, SurgiKure strives to provide a seamless and hassle-free patient experience.

What Is A Gallbladder Stone?

Gallbladder stones, or gallstones, are solid particles that develop in the gallbladder, a small organ located under the liver. The gallbladder’s main function is to store and release bile, a fluid made by the liver that aids in digesting fats.Gallstones can vary in size, from tiny sand-like particles to larger stones resembling pebbles. They can be composed of cholesterol, bilirubin (a waste product from the breakdown of red blood cells), or a combination of both.Gallstones may not cause symptoms in some people and can remain asymptomatic for long. However, they can cause various health issues if they obstruct the bile ducts, which are tubes that carry bile from the gallbladder to the small intestine. When a gallstone blocks the bile ducts, it can cause severe abdominal pain, known as a gallbladder attack.

What Are The Types Of Gallbladder Stones?Gallstones can be classified into two main types based on their composition:

Cholesterol Stones: Cholesterol stones are the most common type of gallbladder stones. It accounts for approximately 80 to 85% of cases. These stones primarily comprise cholesterol, a fatty substance found in the bile. These stones can vary in size and color, ranging from yellow to green. Cholesterol stones develop when there is an imbalance in the components of bile, resulting in excess cholesterol and a reduction in bile salts and lecithin (a type of fat).

Pigment Stones: Pigment stones are primarily formed of bilirubin, a pigment that is a waste product from the breakdown of red blood cells. It is also made up of calcium salts that are found in bile. These stones are generally smaller and darker in color, unlike cholesterol stones. Pigment stones can form when there is excessive bilirubin in the bile or when the bile contains fewer bile salts to keep the bilirubin in a soluble form.

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Understanding Liver Cancer: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options

Liver cancer is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition that affects the liver, one of the largest organs in the body responsible for filtering blood, detoxifying chemicals, and aiding in digestion. Each year, thousands of people worldwide are diagnosed with this disease, making it a significant global health concern. Understanding its symptoms, causes, and treatment options can help in early detection and effective management.

What Is Liver Cancer?

Liver cancer occurs when cells in the liver grow uncontrollably, forming tumors. The two main types of liver cancer are:

Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC): The most common type, originating in the main liver cells (hepatocytes).

Cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer): A rarer form that begins in the bile ducts inside or outside the liver.

Common Symptoms of Liver Cancer

Early stages of liver cancer often do not cause noticeable symptoms, but as the disease progresses, the following signs may appear:

Unexplained weight loss

Loss of appetite

Abdominal pain or swelling

Fatigue or general weakness

Yellowing of the skin and eyes (jaundice)

Nausea or vomiting

If you experience any of these symptoms persistently, it’s important to consult a healthcare professional for further evaluation.

Causes and Risk Factors

Several factors can increase the likelihood of developing liver cancer:

Chronic Hepatitis B or C infections: These viruses can lead to long-term liver inflammation and increase the risk of cancer.

Cirrhosis: Scarring of the liver due to alcohol abuse, fatty liver disease, or chronic infections can lead to cancer over time.

Excessive alcohol consumption: Prolonged alcohol use damages liver cells, leading to cirrhosis and potentially cancer.

Obesity and diabetes: These conditions contribute to fatty liver disease, which can increase cancer risk.

Aflatoxin exposure: Aflatoxins, toxins produced by certain types of mold found on improperly stored grains, can contribute to liver damage.

Diagnosis of Liver Cancer

Liver cancer is often diagnosed through a combination of tests, including:

Blood tests: To check for liver function and the presence of alpha-fetoprotein (AFP), a marker sometimes elevated in liver cancer.

Imaging tests: Ultrasounds, CT scans, and MRIs provide detailed images of the liver to detect tumors.

Biopsy: In some cases, a small sample of liver tissue may be taken for laboratory testing to confirm the diagnosis.

Treatment Options

Treatment for liver cancer depends on the stage of the disease, the location of the tumor, and the patient’s overall health. Common treatment methods include:

Surgery: Removing part of the liver (partial hepatectomy) or performing a liver transplant can be effective in some cases.

Ablation therapy: Uses heat, cold, or chemicals to destroy cancer cells in the liver.

Embolization: This procedure cuts off the blood supply to the tumor, either through transarterial embolization (TAE) or chemoembolization (TACE), where chemotherapy is delivered directly to the tumor.

Targeted therapy: Drugs like sorafenib are used to target specific cancer cells without affecting normal cells.

Radiation therapy: High-energy rays or particles are used to kill cancer cells.

Immunotherapy: Treatments that help the body’s immune system fight cancer more effectively.

Prevention and Early Detection

While not all cases of liver cancer can be prevented, reducing risk factors can make a difference. Key preventive measures include:

Vaccination for Hepatitis B: Reduces the risk of chronic infection and subsequent liver cancer.

Managing alcohol intake: Limiting alcohol consumption can protect the liver from damage.

Maintaining a healthy weight: Exercise and a balanced diet can lower the risk of fatty liver disease, reducing the risk of liver cancer.

Regular screening: People with a higher risk (e.g., chronic hepatitis, cirrhosis) should undergo routine screenings to detect liver cancer early.

Conclusion

Liver cancer is a complex disease, but early detection and treatment can improve outcomes. Awareness of the symptoms, causes, and risk factors is essential in protecting liver health. If you or a loved one is at risk, consider speaking with a healthcare provider about screening and preventive measures.

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Discover the 5 Surprising Health Benefits of Your Morning Coffee - You'll Never Look at Your Cup the Same Way Again!

Title: “Unveiling the Five Amazing Health Benefits of Your Morning Cup of Joe” Subheading: 1. A Potent Source of Antioxidants You might be surprised to know that your morning coffee is loaded with antioxidants, which are vital for your health. Antioxidants fight inflammation, an underlying cause of many chronic conditions like arthritis, atherosclerosis, and many types of cancer. They also neutralize free radicals, which occur naturally as a part of everyday metabolic functions, but which can cause oxidative stress that leads to chronic disease. In other words, antioxidants help keep us healthy at the micro-level by protecting our cells from damage. Subheading: 2. Aids in Weight Loss Coffee contains magnesium and potassium, which helps the human body use insulin, regulating blood sugar levels and reducing your craving for sugary treats and snacks. Moreover, caffeine in coffee can increase your metabolic rate, leading to fat burning. So, if you’re on a weight loss journey, don’t forget to incorporate coffee into your diet plan. Subheading: 3. Enhances Physical Performance Ever noticed that cup of coffee gives you a physical boost when needed? That’s because caffeine stimulates the nervous system, signaling fat cells to break down body fat. But it also increases Epinephrine (Adrenaline) levels in the blood. This is the “fight or flight” hormone, designed to make our bodies ready for intense physical exertion. Hence, a pre-workout cup of coffee can improve your performance by a significant amount. Subheading: 4. Lower Risk of Certain Types of Cancer Cancer is characterized by uncontrolled cell growth in your body. Coffee appears to be protective against two types of cancer: liver and colorectal cancer. The liver is an amazing organ that carries out hundreds of vital functions in the body. Several common diseases primarily affect the liver, including hepatitis, fatty liver disease, and many others. Many of these conditions can lead to Read the full article