How often do we find ourselves caught in the chasm between what we desire and the actions we take? This gap, often vast and daunting, is a common challenge. Daily routines are filled with habits, both beneficial and detrimental. Recognizing the habits you wish to alter and those you aim to cultivate is pivotal. This…
Habit persistence is the remarkable ability of individuals to maintain consistent behaviors regularly, even on the challenging days. Habits do not form overnight; we need to trust the journey and process. Here are some examples of habit persistence: Remember, choose habits that align to your interests and values. If you enjoy the habit, you’re more…
The liver is vital for our health, detoxifying substances, producing proteins, and storing energy. Understanding its functions and common diseases is essential for good health and preventing liver disorders. Cirrhosis is an important cause of morbidity and mortality among patients with chronic liver disease1,2. Global burden of liver disease The global burden of chronic liver…
Chronic fatigue, lasting over 6 months, is a primary concern in patients with chronic liver disease and greatly impacts their daily lives1,2. Diagnosis of fatigue due to liver diseases3 Fatigue diagnosis in CLD is complicated and requires4 Assessment of fatigue in liver disease4 Management of fatigue in liver disease4 A structured approach TrACE algorithm is…
Habit stacking is a tactical approach to develop several beneficial habits by grouping them in a specific order. This approach capitalizes on the idea that incorporating a fresh habit into an existing routine is simpler than establishing a new habit independently. Efficient habit stacking hinges on the choice of small, non-disruptive habits that can easily…
Living with Chronic Liver Disease (CLD) and feeling exhausted all the time? Fatigue is defined as extreme exhaustion and failure to initiate or sustain physical activity1. It is one of the most common symptoms in CLD with up to 50% of patients presenting with clinically significant fatigue1. How common is fatigue in liver diseases?2: 75%…
Liver is one of the most vital organs in our body, playing a crucial role in filtering toxins, and metabolizing nutrients. How do we maintain a healthy liver? Maintaining a healthy liver is essential for overall well-being. There are several tips and lifestyle changes that would keep the liver in a healthy condition1. Conclusions: Adopting…
The liver, our body’s vital gland, performs over 500 functions. From detoxification and protein synthesis to digesting food and filtering toxins, it stands central to our well-being 1-2. Liver function How to improve Liver Health? 4 Maintaining liver health is crucial. To ensure your liver functions optimally, consider the following basic guidance: Conclusions: Liver –…
Ever wondered why forming a new habit is challenging even when we have the best of intentions and motivation? The answer to this question is our already existing habits. We all have some set routines. We habitually perform our daily activities in a certain way at a certain schedule. A new activity that does not…
The climb to the summit may be long and arduous but the views from the top are magical and breath-taking and more importantly, they make the journey worthwhile. So, you have identified something that you want to change to lead a better and healthy life. You are motivated to see this change happen and have…