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I ♥ my Liver | Presented by Hepatitis SA

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How do I love my liver? Protect your liver against three main threats:. Give your liver at least two alcohol-free days a week. Stick to the standard four drinks per week for women and seven for men. Don’t drink your week’s worth in one go. Avoid bingeing. If you have cirrhosis, avoid alcohol altogether. Many of us are overweight and don’t do enough exercise. A build-up of fatty deposits in your liver can cause inflammation and scarring. Drink lots of water. Http:/ www.loveyourliver.com.au. Speak to your ...

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I ♥ my Liver | Presented by Hepatitis SA

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What does my Liver do? Your liver carries out more than 500 functions. Major functions include:. Your liver breaks down food that you eat turning it into energy when you need it. Carbohydrates are broken down and stored as glycogen in the liver. This can be quickly converted into glucose to give your body rapid energy supply when needed in an emergency. People with liver damage may lose control of blood glucose levels and may need regular supply of sugar. More specifically, the liver:. Makes enzymes and ...

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I ♥ my Liver | Your Liver's clock

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Working with your liver's clock. Scientists are beginning to recognise that the liver has a cycle. Your liver synthesises complex chemicals and processes toxins most when bile production is lowest. Similarly bile production is highest when chemical synthesis and toxin processing is lowest. Because most food is eaten during the day, bile production is highest in the day. Bile production is assumed to be highest at 9 am and lowest at 9 pm. Taking heed of your liver's clock. Avoid large meals after 9pm.

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Haemochromatosis Conference 2016 Brisbane QIMR | Haemochromatosis Australia

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Inherited Iron Overload Disorder. Download or order resources. Resources for GPs and medical practices. Meetings and Information Sessions. Haemochromatosis Australia is proud to announce the 2nd Australasian Biennial Haemochromatosis Conference will be held at the QIMR Berghofer Institute, Brisbane on 6 and 7 August 2016. Download the latest conference program. 8211; see a full list here. Professional Development Workshop (2 hours) :. Haemochromatosis and Hyperferitinaemia for Health Professionals. The t...

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Links | Haemochromatosis Australia

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Inherited Iron Overload Disorder. Download or order resources. Resources for GPs and medical practices. Meetings and Information Sessions. Joint pain and arthritis symptoms often have a big impact on the daily lives of people, and although arthritis can be difficult to live with, there are many simple measures that can help anyone manage their symptoms. Arthritis Australia have published an information sheet Haemochromatosis and Haemochromatotic Arthritis. The Australian Liver Foundation. Haemochromatosi...

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Get Involved

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Supporting Australian Alphas since 2002. How is Alpha-1 Diagnosed? How Do You Get It. Each Alpha has the opportunity to channel their motivation and frustration into something positive community outreach. You can make a difference in your own special way and contribute to the betterment of the Alpha-1 Community. Community Outreach can occur in many different ways:. Start a Support Group. Create Awareness in Your Community. November is Alpha-1 Awareness Month. The Alpha-1 Association of Australia are aski...

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I ♥ my Liver | Presented by Hepatitis SA

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I want to know more! British national charity working to reduce the impact of liver disease in the UK. A US-based hepatitis C information site. US-based hepatitis B informaton site. ABC - Hepatitis - Health and Wellbeing. ABC Health and Wellbeing Fact File on the liver, hepatitis, treatment, prevention and more. Resources for people with hepatitis B or C:. Roche information site on hepatitis C treatment with Pegasys. Schering-Plough support program for people undergoing hepatitis C treatment with Pegatron.

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I ♥ my Liver | Presented by Hepatitis SA

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What if my liver is sick? Although your liver can repair itself, there is a limit to the abuse it can absorb. When liver cells are damaged, they form scars and nodules as the damaged tissue try to regenerate. This is called fibrosis and can eventually lead to cirrhosis. Check out the list of things your liver does for you. Why love my liver? What does my liver do? What if my liver is sick? What makes my liver sick? How do I love my liver? I want to know more! Love your liver lunch.

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I ♥ my Liver | Presented by Hepatitis SA

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Why love my liver? Because it is the only one you have and you can’t live without it! The liver is the largest solid organ in your body. In an adult, it can be about the size of a football weighing up to 1.8 kg in men and 1.3 kg in women. Your liver is next to your stomach on the right side of your body. Place your right hand on the right side of your body just under your ribs that’s where your liver lies. Did you know your liver has a clock? Why love my liver? What does my liver do? I want to know more!

k3myliver.org.au

I ♥ my Liver | Presented by Hepatitis SA

http://k3myliver.org.au/how-love.html

How do I love my liver? Protect your liver against three main threats:. Give your liver at least two alcohol-free days a week. Stick to the standard four drinks per week for women and seven for men. Don’t drink your week’s worth in one go. Avoid bingeing. If you have cirrhosis, avoid alcohol altogether. Many of us are overweight and don’t do enough exercise. A build-up of fatty deposits in your liver can cause inflammation and scarring. Drink lots of water. Http:/ www.loveyourliver.com.au. Speak to your ...