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
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Liver Cancer and MASH: What is the Risk?
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?
How to Cope with the Emotional Impact of a MASH Diagnosis
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
Eating Right for your Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) on a Budget
As of March 2025, the average grocery cost per month, per person, in the United States is roughly $350. This is depends on multiple factors like shopping habits, location, economic inflation, household size, and dietary restrictions. Following a kidney-friendly diet for your CKD can be tough. There is so much conflicting information out there about… Continue reading Eating Right for your Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) on a Budget
How the PNPLA3 Gene Impacts Liver Health
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
Holistic Approach to MASH Treatment
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) is often described as a “silent” liver disease since symptoms aren’t noticeable until the disease has progressed. But just because the effects might not be immediately visible does not mean you cannot take steps to improve your liver health! In fact, early… Continue reading Holistic Approach to MASH Treatment
How to Be Your Own Advocate in Managing MASH
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
Building Recovery Into Your Outdoor Exercise Plan
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
Measles Outbreak Continues to Spread Across the U.S.
Measles is making a dangerous comeback in the United States. As of this week, at least 27 states have reported measles cases in 2025. New reports from Louisiana, Virginia, and Missouri added to the growing list, and health officials say most of these cases are tied to international travel and lack of vaccination. The Centers… Continue reading Measles Outbreak Continues to Spread Across the U.S.
Can Nature Rewire Our Brains? New Research Says Yes
We often think of our brains as being shaped by what we learn or how we think. But science is now showing that our surroundings, especially natural ones, may be quietly reshaping how our brains work. This idea is at the heart of a growing design movement known as biophilic living, and it is gaining… Continue reading Can Nature Rewire Our Brains? New Research Says Yes