15.6 million US adults use potentially hepatotoxic botanicals, contributing to rising liver toxicity cases; better regulation is sought.

15.6 million American adults are using potentially hepatotoxic botanical supplements, such as turmeric, green tea extract, and black cohosh, which are linked to increasing liver injuries. Overuse and mislabeling of these supplements could lead to liver toxicity, with cases rising from 7% of liver toxicity cases in 2004-2005 to 20% in 2013-2014. Users of these botanicals are more likely to have chronic illnesses and often take them alongside prescription medications, increasing the risk of drug interactions and liver damage. A call for better regulation and oversight has been made to protect consumers.

August 05, 2024
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