Cirrhosis of the liver is a degenerative condition that creates hardened liver cells as well as scarring. This type of trauma to the liver causes this organ not to function properly because the scarring prevents normal blood passage through the liver. You may not be surprised to learn that the most common cause of cirrhosis of the liver is alcohol consumption. Liver conditions caused by alcohol are the fourth leading cause of death in the USA today. What you may not have known is that the less common cause of cirrhosis of the liver is Hepatitis C.

The statistics show that over 4 million people living in the USA today have Hepatitis C and 85% of them will develop a liver condition of some kind, most commonly cirrhosis. That main cause of this astounding number of Hepatitis C sufferers is from blood transfusions given before the proper testing for Hepatitis C. Some less common but still plausible causes of cirrhosis are malnutrition and chronic inflammation of any kind.

Some of the symptoms you will want to look for in relation to cirrhosis include fever, constipation, upset stomach, fatigue, poor appetite, weight loss, enlarged liver or swelling in the legs or abdomen. Any combination of these symptoms could be the warning signs that something is wrong with your liver and you should immediately be checked out by a physician. On average, about 30,000 Americans die each year from cirrhosis. Take control when you first notice any of these symptoms.

As this disease develops, many different health complications can occur including high blood pressure, kidney failure, fluid build up on the abdomen and different types of diseases in the brain. Although this disease is almost always permanent once it is developed, there are many natural supplements that can be used to slow its progression. Once cirrhosis is developed, there is nothing more important than slowing its dangerous progression.

• Liquid Kyolic is an excellent liver detoxifier that should be used as directed and is to be considered an essential supplement for anyone suffering from cirrhosis.
  
  
• Primrose oil can be taken twice a day at 500 mg per dosage or as directed. This is a natural supplement, which helps prevent the imbalance of fatty acids that is often found in collaboration with cirrhosis.
  
  
• Vitamin B  is one of the most essential supplements when it comes to proper digestion and absorption of nutrients. Often time’s cirrhosis patients will receive Vitamin B through an injection from their doctor to help speed the results.
  
  
• Vitamin C with bioflavonoids is a good antioxidant, which is preferred to be taken in a buffered form in divided doses of 3,000 to 8,000 mg daily.
  
  
• Alfalfa is an herb, which can be taken in liquid or tablet form to build a healthy digestive tract. Alfalfa is a good source of vitamin K, which is often deficient with cirrhosis of the liver and can help prevent bleeding.
  
  
• Dandelion, red clover, and burdock root cleanse the blood stream and can repair the liver as a result.
  
  
• Focus on your diet and avoid consumption of sugars, spicy foods, white flour, alcohol, most fats and animal products such as meat, cheese, and milk.
  
  
• Your diet should consist of  foods high in potassium and vitamin K. You should consume only fresh fruits and vegetables for the most part.

Although we have listed only a few different health recommendations, you will find there are dozens to choose from. It is always important to check with a professional because if you are taking any other prescription medications these supplements may react differently.