Liver Health: Elevated Enzymes, Regeneration and Diets

Elevated liver enzymes often necessitate a specialized regeneration diet using milk thistle and avoiding alcohol. Understanding the metabolic functions of the liver and the impact of drugs like Advil or OxyContin is vital for organ health.

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Can I Give My Baby COD Liver Oil?

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Carol Ochs

Cod liver oil contains nutrients that may be good for both adults and children. Some companies market cod liver oil to parents of youngsters by offering kid-friendly flavors such as fruit punch. If you’re considering giving your baby cod liver oil, talk to your pediatrician first.

Carol Ochs is an award-winning writer in the Washington, D.C. area. During 17 years with The Associated Press she covered health, medical and sports stories as a writer, editor and producer. She has written for the health section of "The Washington Post," a Fairfax County stewardship publication and a biopharmaceutical newsletter. Ochs has a Bachelor of Science in journalism from Ohio University, Athens.