Liver Enzyme Health: ALT & AST Causes, Symptoms & Detox

Elevated liver enzymes like ALT and AST can be caused by medications, alcohol, or supplements. Restore function with nutrient support and lifestyle changes.

How to Improve Liver Enzymes With Abstinence From Alcohol

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Maura Shenker

Your liver works to filter waste from your body, removing excess nutrients and toxins from your system. Think of elevated liver enzymes as an indication that your liver is working overtime. There are four separate liver enzymes, each one giving a clue about what could be damaging your liver.

Maura Shenker is a certified holistic nutritionist and health counselor who started her writing career in 2010. She leads group workshops, counsels individual clients and blogs about diet and lifestyle choices. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Rhode Island School of Design, a Master of Fine Arts from The Ohio State University and is a graduate of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition.