Category: Health and Wellness

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Were you or a loved one recently diagnosed with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH)? If you were, it would be completely normal to have questions about what this means for your health and future. Will my liver ever fully recover? What effect will this have on my… Continue reading What is the Life Expectancy of Someone With MASH?

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Some conditions are more common in people with metabolic issues. Obesity, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and cholesterol are all risk factors that increase the chances of getting other diseases. One of those diseases is metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis, better known as MASH. This is a… Continue reading Diet Tips for Managing MASH: Foods to Eat and Avoid

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA When it comes to your liver, one of the most dangerous potential diagnoses is liver cancer. This is the most serious outcome of long-term liver damage, and one of its fastest-growing causes is a condition called metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis, or MASH. MASH starts quietly and often… Continue reading Liver Cancer and MASH: What is the Risk?

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Being diagnosed with any chronic condition can feel like having a 10-ton weight dropped on your back. There are side effects to learn, treatment plans to adhere to, and appointments to schedule. For something like metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), you may leave your doctor’s office with… Continue reading How to Cope with the Emotional Impact of a MASH Diagnosis

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA How well do you understand your genetics? Most of us are familiar with the idea that different traits and characteristics get passed down generation to generation. Things like hair color, eye color, even the likelihood of developing certain diseases all can come from genes you inherit… Continue reading How the PNPLA3 Gene Impacts Liver Health

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Managing a chronic condition means dealing with the unknown. There is uncertainty around how the condition will progress, how it will affect you, and what the future holds. For people with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), the fact is often this disease does not show symptoms for… Continue reading Setting Realistic Expectations: Managing MASH Without Immediate Results

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) is often described as a “silent” liver disease. This is because many people do not see noticeable symptoms until the disease has progressed. But just because the effects might not be immediately visible does not mean you cannot take steps to improve… Continue reading Integrating MASH Treatment into Daily Life: Tips for Success

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA If you have been diagnosed with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis, better known as MASH, you might be feeling overwhelmed, confused, or even a little frustrated. That is completely normal! This condition affects your liver, often without causing clear symptoms right away. And because it is connected to… Continue reading How to Be Your Own Advocate in Managing MASH

As the weather warms up, more people are heading outside to get moving. It feels great to enjoy fresh air and sunshine while staying active. But if you are starting an outdoor exercise routine, make sure you do not overlook one crucial part! Recovery. Recovery after a workout is such an important part of any… Continue reading Building Recovery Into Your Outdoor Exercise Plan