These Popular Supplements Might Cause Liver Damage, Study Finds—Are You Taking Any of Them?

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These Popular Supplements Might Cause Liver Damage, Study Finds—Are You Taking Any of Them?

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is always ripe with the newest health craze, whether it’s taking

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or drinking raw milk. Another tip you may have heard creators rave about—that’s also been used throughout history by people of various cultures—is consuming herbs or supplements. People may take them when they’re in pain, feel

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, are racked with anxiety, or need a boost of energy, for example.

At the same time, it’s important to note that supplements aren’t *always* safe, even if they have the “natural” label. Supplements aren’t FDA-approved before hitting stores, and they can cause harm if taken in excess. 

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, too much of certain vitamins and supplements can increase the risk of osteoporosis, neuropathy and even ******.

Related: A Study of 12,000 People Found That Taking This One Supplement May Lower Your Dementia Risk by 40%

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found that 5 percent of adults have taken one of the six supplements that are dangerous for the liver (the organ that filters out toxins and waste in the body).

Supplements That Damage the Liver

The supplements the study mentioned include:

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, used to support the nervous and endocrine systems; improve sleep; and boost mood, energy and immune levels

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, used for pain, night sweats, menopausal symptoms and irritability

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, used for weight loss, pain and digestive symptom relief

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(not green tea itself!), used for an energy boost, heart health and skin health

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, used to lower cholesterol, improve blood circulation and promote digestion

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, used for inflammation, arthritis and anxiety

Related: The Very Best Foods for Your Liver, from Berries to Coffee and Green Tea

Liver damage can exist before symptoms show, and some people won’t have symptoms at all. The

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that may appear, though, include nausea, lack of appetite, discomfort on the right upper corner of the abdomen, generalized itching, dark ****** and yellow discoloration of the eyes and skin.

Related: It’s Not Just Alcohol! How Soda, Lack of Sleep and Other Common Habits Harm Your Liver

Alternatives to Those Supplements

If you’re tempted to take one of these supplements, consider other ways to get the nutrients or benefits they store. For example, some of the best foods for brain health include blueberries, avocados and nuts. If you

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, a bowl of cherries or glass of milk might do the trick. Also, mindful breathing and

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are natural energy boosters, believe it or not. These are other options that can help you meet those needs.

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