cirrhosis It is a chronic liver disease, which has specific symptoms liver fibrosis and lesions, with reduced functionality over time. A lot of research is being done to prevent and treat cirrhosis. There has been a recent breakthrough in these researches demonstrating the beneficial role of consuming two or more cups coffee To protect the liver, especially in patients with cirrhosis.

Cirrhosis and its pathophysiology

According to Dr Shubham Vatsya, senior consultant, gastroenterology and hepatology at Fortis Hospital, Vasant Kunj, certain factors such as indiscriminate use of alcohol, autoimmune conditions, viral hepatitis or non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) The liver can be scarred by fibrotic lesions. “This chronic and progressive condition is known as liver cirrhosis, which can further lead to liver cancer or even failure,” he says.

coffee and liver health

They say that the health benefits of coffee are due to the more than 1000 biologically active components present in it, namely caffeine. chlorogenic acid, Kahwol, cafestol Etcetera. These compounds, along with the antioxidants present in coffee, make this drink liver-friendly and protect against the harmful effects of cirrhosis, says Dr. Vatsya.

Reduction in incidence of liver cirrhosis

“There have been experimental studies that show a direct link between coffee consumption and protection of the liver from cirrhosis. If you drink at least 2-3 cups of coffee a day, the risk of cirrhosis reduces by 44 percent. The mortality rate due to cirrhosis has also declined by 50 percent,” said Dr. Vatsya.

deterioration of fibrotic lesions

When excessive amounts of scar tissue accumulates in the liver, it turns into liver fibrosis. but the presence of Antioxidant The chlorogenic acid present in coffee helps protect the liver from this damage by reducing oxidative damage to the liver cells”, he explains.

protect against liver cancer

According to Dr. Vatsya, most cases of liver cirrhosis can later turn into cancer, but regular consumption of 2-3 cups of coffee reduces the incidence of cancer by 30-40 percent.

Liver-protecting compounds in coffee

Coffee contains various anti-inflammatory compounds such as kahweol and cafestol that reduce the levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines and reduce liver inflammation. “Coffee has a major detoxification role and it stimulates the synthesis of enzymes responsible for detoxification purposes such as glutathione S-transferase,” he explained, adding that there is a high possibility of increased insulin sensitivity in the body after coffee consumption which This does not allow fat to accumulate in the liver.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) usually results from insulin resistance in the body and can also progress to cirrhosis.

Coffee consumption is highly recommended for people suffering from liver cirrhosis or those trying to prevent such chronic liver conditions. Drinking 2-3 cups per day is the ideal recommended amount and should be combined with appropriate medical treatment.

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