Warning: Early Signs of Liver Damage! - Avoid These Fake "Healthy" Foods - Kristin Kirkpatrick (Video)

When we think about chronic disease and vital organs, the liver isn’t always the first organ which comes to mind—but it should be. The liver plays a role in nearly every metabolic process in the body, from stabilizing blood sugar levels to converting amino acids into usable fuel. Today’s guest joins the podcast for a deep dive into how optimizing liver health is key to supporting overall health.

In this 21 April 2025 video, host Dhru Purohit sits down with Kristin Kirkpatrick to explore the liver’s vital role in detoxification, the rise of fatty liver disease, and how liver health impacts overall mortality. They break down the connection between diet and liver function, debunk myths about dietary fat, and examine the effects of ultra-processed foods and artificial sweeteners. Kristin shares the benefits of coffee, muscle mass and blood sugar balance for metabolic health, along with key liver-supportive foods, lifestyle tips and insights into GLP-1 medications for those with obesity and liver issues.

Kristin Kirkpatrick, MS, RDN, is a celebrated author, speaker, and accomplished dietitian with over 25 years in the field. She is currently serving as a dietitian at the Cleveland Clinic Department of Wellness & Preventive Medicine. Kristin co-authored the bestselling book Skinny Liver and Regenerative Health.

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In this episode, Dhru and Kristin dive into:

-The shocking rates of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease 
-Understanding fatty liver disease and its twelve major risk factors 
-Why Americans are at greater risk 
-The crucial role the liver plays in the body 
-The phases of detoxification from environmental toxins 
-Research linking fatty liver disease to increased mortality risk 
-The earlier onset of fatty liver disease in today’s population 
-Why carbohydrates may be more to blame than fat 
-The impact of Diet Cola, artificial sweeteners, and foods to avoid
-Twelve liver-friendly foods to prioritize
-The importance of building and maintaining muscle mass
-Lifestyle recommendations for managing fatty liver disease
-The role of physical activity in liver health
-Understanding GLP-1 medications and their effects
-Final thoughts on liver health and nutrition