Primary BAs, i.e., cholic acid (CA) and chenodeoxycholic acid (CDCA), are synthesized in the liver, secreted into the bile and, upon ingestion of a meal, released into the intestine to facilitate ...

Bile reflux is similar to acid reflux in which stomach acids seep from the stomach into the esophagus because of a dysfunctional muscle (the lower esophageal sphincter). An intestinal blockage occurs ...

Bear bile has been used for thousands of years in traditional Asian medicine. It contains high levels of ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA) known to be useful for treating liver and gall bladder conditions.

Lean proteins such as chicken or fish, cooked vegetables, and whole grains are great GERD staples. Low-acid fruits, herbal teas, and plenty of water can also support digestion and soothe symptoms.

Primary liver cancer (PLC) is one type of cancer with high incidence rate and high mortality rate in the worldwide. Systemic therapy is the major treatment for PLC, including surgical resection, ...

What Is Metastatic Bile Duct Cancer and Its Causes? Bile duct cancer – also called cholangiocarcinoma – is a rare condition. When you have cholangiocarcinoma, cancer cells grow in your bile ...

Mission Statement: Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine (eCAM) is an international, peer-reviewed journal that seeks to understand the sources and to encourage rigorous research ...

Your liver releases bile salts into your stools, giving the stools a brown color. If your liver is not producing enough bile, or if the flow of the bile is blocked and can’t drain from your ...

Inflammation, a hallmark of cancer, has been associated with tumor progression, transition into malignant phenotype and efficacy of anticancer treatments in cancer. It affects all stages of cancer, ...