Best LiverHealthPOD Podcasts (2025)

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Acetaminophen / Paracetamol : Friend, Foe or Both? 34:09

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1h ago34:09

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In this episode, Paul, Will and John discuss the ins and outs of Paracetamol (some may know it as acetaminophen). What's safe and how to use it effectively. ...Also its effect on the liver! Listen in for more information and don't forget to like and subscribe or leave a rating and review so others can find us. Send through questions and comments at…

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Microplastics. The hidden toxin. 41:14

3d ago41:14

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In this episode Paul John and will discuss microplastics and their impact on health and disease . Are they good, bad or indifferent? Find out on the LiverHealthPOD. don' t forget to send your questions through to [email protected]. Like and subscribe.

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Low alcohol drinks. Less Buzz more Balance. 39:30

30d ago39:30

39:30

In this episode Will, Paul and John discuss the rise of low alcohol and no alcohol beverages. Everything from how they removed the alcohol to discussing if it is actually good for you. Find out more about the rising trend in this episode. Don't forget that if you like the podcast, leave a rating or a comment and also send an email with comment and …

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The Aging Liver: Slowing Down, or Still Going Strong? 33:55

2M ago33:55

33:55

In this episode of the LiverHEalthPOD Will John and Paul discuss whether the Liver actually ages. What about liver regeneration? Can it go on forever? Find out more plus we open up the mail bag to answer your questions. Email questions to [email protected] and don't forget to like and subscribe.…

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Meat. Good or bad for you? 43:16

2M ago43:16

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In this episode Paul John and will discuss meat. It particular the health effects of red meat and Processed meats. It is good, bad or indifferent? Find out on the LiverHealthPOD. don' t forget to sen you questions through to [email protected]. Like and subscribe.

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Mental Weight of a Fatty Liver 36:51

3M ago36:51

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In this episode of the LiverHealthPOD John, Paul and will dive deep into the mental health aspects of metabolic dysfunction and fatty liver (MAFLD or MASLD). This is an important but not often thought of association WE also dive deep into the mail bag to answer your questions. Don't forget to join the community and send us an email at LiverHealthPO…

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The BMI Debate: Health Tool or Harmful Metric? 29:49

3M ago29:49

29:49

In this episode of the LiverHealthPOD Paul, Will and John discuss the use and misuse of BMI - the come metric for assessing obesity. From Aldophe Quetelet to Ancel Keys and the modern era - Is BMI the best we can do? Plus we do mail bag!! Don't forget to email us at [email protected] and if you like to show leave a rating and hit like and su…

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Rockin' the Gallbladder: A Gallstone Story 36:27

4M ago36:27

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The this episode of the LiverHealthPOD Will, Paul and John discuss gallstones. Gallstones are small, hard deposits that can cause big problems. In this episode, we break down what gallstones are, why they form, who’s at risk, and how they’re treated. From silent stones to painful attacks, get the facts on symptoms, prevention, and when surgery migh…

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ALT - why you need to know it. 30:42

5M ago30:42

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In this episode of of the LiverHealthPOD, Will Paul and John discuss the importance of a blood test called the ALT. Yes, it is part of the "liver function tests", but it has special meaning and if you are going to focus on one measure - maybe this is the one. To hear more - tune into the liverHealthPOD. [email protected]…

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Fatty Liver - will it kill me? 24:25

5M ago24:25

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In this episode of the LiverHealth POD, Paul John and Will get right down to the big questions and discuss whether having fatty liver actually matters. What are people with fatty liver most likely to die from? Does fatty liver matter? To hear more - tune into the LiverHealthPOD.

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Greatest HIITs. High Intensity interval training. 24:55

6M ago24:55

24:55

In this episode, will, John and Paul have a chat bout High intensity interval training or HIIT. What's all the hype? How do you do it? is it worth the effort in fatty liver. If you are liking the show, don't forget to leave a rating. You can also send an email with opinions, questions or comments to [email protected].…

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Placebo and Nocebo. When belief becomes biology 30:34

7M ago30:34

30:34

In this episode Paul, John and Will discuss the profound importance the placebo effect and the lesser known, nocebo effect. Fascinating insight into the infraction of the mind-body connection. If you're enjoying the show, don't forget to subscribe and leave a rating. You can also send a message to the LiverhealthPOD on [email protected]…

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Coffee - Are you sure it's healthy? 40:34

8M ago40:34

40:34

In this episode Paul, Will and John discuss more health effects of coffee. Does coffee make you walk more? Find out more in this episode. If you like the show, don't forget to follow so you don't miss an episode. Also reach out to us on the socials or via email at [email protected]

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Semaglutide vs Tirzepatide - Is there a winner 39:57

8M ago39:57

39:57

On this episode of the LiverHealthPOD John, Will and Paul discuss the new medications Semaglutide and Tirzepatide including a really interesting study that put these two medications head to head. Find out more in this episode. Don't forget to send us an email at [email protected] with questions and comment and if you feel up to it. leave som…

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Intermittent Fasting. Just a fad or fabulous for the liver? 47:37

9M ago47:37

47:37

In this episode of the LiverHealthPOD Paul John and Will have a conversation about calorie restriction and in particular the potential benefits of intermittent fasting. Is it good or bad or doesn't matter. Find out in this episode. Also - don't forget to send us an email at [email protected] and like and subscribe so you don't miss an episod…

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Spicing up liver health. New data on Turmeric. 37:29

9M ago37:29

37:29

In this episode, Will, John and Paul discuss some surprising new data on Curcumin. Curcumin is the component of Turmeric which is though to convey some of the key health benefits and new data shows some extraordinary effects on the liver. Is it too good to be true or too early to tell? Find out more on this episode of the LiverHealthPOD For backgro…

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Is your fatty liver improving? - How would you know? 31:45

10M ago31:45

31:45

In this episode the LiverHealthPod team Will, John and Paul discuss the ways you and your health professional might assess if the amount of liver fat is improving. You've done the hard work - is it paying off? Find out here.

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Brown Fat - The body's secret calorie burner 30:39

10M ago30:39

30:39

In this episode of the LiverHealthPod John, Will and Paul talk about Brown fat. What is it? Where is it? And, does it even matter. Mail Bag is open again - PBC, affecting more than just the Liver!!

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Alcohol in moderation - Devils in the detail. 35:35

11M ago35:35

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In this episode John Paul and will discuss the health impacts of low volume alcohol consumption. The risks but also - is there a benefit? If you have fatty liver or other liver disease should you stop drinking altogether? What is the J-curve for alcohol consumption? We also open the Mail Bag and discuss Tirzepatide.…

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How to choose your specialist 26:47

11M ago26:47

26:47

In this episode of the LiverHealthPod John, Paul and Will expand upon a question from a listener - how do you know which specialist you should see? Its a great question and no easy answers here. How to find the right person for YOU!

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A new treatment for Fatty Liver - Resmetirom 25:51

12M ago25:51

25:51

In this episode Will, Paul and John discuss the first FDA approved medication for the treatment of fatty liver MAFLD. What is it? Who is it for? and does it work? Hear all about the new science of Resmetirom

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Fatty Liver, FIB4 and the diagnostic pathway. 31:22

12M ago31:22

31:22

In this episode will, John and Paul discuss the practicalities of fatty liver. Whose a most risk, how to get diagnosed and what the primary care doctor can do in the assessment.

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Slippery Oil 23:57

1y ago23:57

23:57

Who can you trust?? In this episode John, Will and Paul discuss the concerning trend in the medical literature - the growth of scientific research articles being retracted. 10,000 retractions in 2023 compare to about as many retractions in the three-year period from 2020 to 2022 This has impacted the PREDIMED study that was discussed on the LiverHe…

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Scanning for Answers - Understanding FibroScan 40:08

1y ago40:08

40:08

In this episode John Paul and Will discuss the amazing technology of FibroScan and other non-invasive test (NITs) in assessing the health of your liver. What is it, how and when to do it and what does it all me. Listen in to this episode to find out. Mail bag makes another visit. Don't forget to send questions to [email protected]…

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Oils ain't Oils. Is Olive Oil the elixir of liver health? 39:08

1y ago39:08

39:08

Fats are bad for the liver... right??? Wrong! In this episode Will, Paul and John shine a spot light on Olive oil - in particular the amazing health benefits of Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Which oil, how much and what will it do for your health. Listen in to find out. Also in this episode the mail bag gets opened for the first time. Don't forget to sen…

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Getting to the Core: Liver biopsy explained. 22:35

1y ago22:35

22:35

In this episode Will, Paul and John talk all about liver biopsy Why you might need one. What liver biopsy involves. What the options are. Hear all about our insights after performing 100s of liver biopsies. Don't forget to send us an email with your questions and comments and any topics you'd like to hear more about. We'd love to hear from you.…

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Pill Panic: Can medications hurt the liver? 37:56

1y ago37:56

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DILI is the medical acronym for Drug Induced Liver Injury. In this episode Paul, John and Will talk about DILI. How common is it? is it all medication? Do we need to be concerned? Tune into this episode to hear more and don't forget to email us on [email protected] with your questions and comments and suggestions for more topics.…

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Myth Busting - Internet liver myths demystified. 34:03

1+ y ago34:03

34:03

The internet is an incredible source of knowledge and facts but also plenty of strange ideas. What is true and what is fake news? Join Paul, John and Will as they discuss some common Internet myths and uncover the truth.

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A Touch of Yellow - Could you have Gilberts Syndrome? 28:27

1+ y ago28:27

28:27

Not all genetic mutation are bad. Some may actually be good. In this episode Will, John and Paul talk about the fascinating topic of Gilberts Syndrome and why it might actually be good for you.

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Probiotics - bugs for your liver heath 35:59

1+ y ago35:59

35:59

Probiotics are live bugs that can improve health but does your liver need them. In this episode John, Paul and Will discuss (and debate) the use of probiotics for liver disease. It turns out its hard to agree on everything! If you like the POD don't forget to hit Like and give us a rating and subscribe so you don't miss an episode. Also follow us o…

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Semaglutide (Ozempic/Wegovy) for Fatty Liver - Yes or No 32:55

1+ y ago32:55

32:55

One of the most talked about medication in the world at the moment - Semaglutide (also known as Ozempic or Wegovy) is a class of medicines called GLP-1 receptor agonist. Developed for diabetes but now frequently being used to aid weight loss amongst other things. Does Semaglutide has a roll in management of the most common liver disease - Fatty Liv…

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The surprising functions of the liver you've never heard of 35:47

1+ y ago35:47

35:47

In this episode Will, John and Paul discuss functions of the liver that you may not have thought about. We move well beyond detoxification and making bile to coagulation, circadian rhythms and blood glucose levels We hope you enjoy this episode and don't forget to support the podcast following to show. Send us a note of the socials or leave us a ra…

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The lowdown on Liver Cysts 21:58

1+ y ago21:58

21:58

In this episode Paul, Will and John have a discussion about liver cysts. up to 1 in 10 people have liver cysts. Do you? Find out if it matters. Don't forget top like and subscribe to support the podcast and if you're feeling up to it - leave us a rating. Thanks for listening.

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Exercise - your liver will love you 32:23

1+ y ago32:23

32:23

In this episode Paul, John and Will discuss the benefits of exercise on the liver. Anaerobic, aerobic, HIIT - Which is best. Listen in to the thoughts of the LiverHealthPOD.

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Spotlight on Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis. A medical mystery 23:48

1+ y ago23:48

23:48

In this episode Paul, John and Will have a conversation about Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC). What does it mean to have this condition that continues to baffle medical science.

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Resistant starch - Unlocking the power of microbiome and liver health 32:20

1+ y ago32:20

32:20

What's all the buzz around resistant starch. What is it? what does it do? where do you find it? is it worth the trouble. Find out about the evidence for resistant starch and whether it may be good for you? In this episode Will, John and Paul unpack the data for resistant starch.

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Cop that! Too much liver Copper 29:49

1+ y ago29:49

29:49

In this episode Paul, Will and John discuss the rare but super important liver condition of copper excess - Wilson's disease. Join the Liver Drs for a discussion on all things copper; from the Statue of Liberty, Horseshoe crabs and of course Wilsons disease. Enjoy

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Top 10 lifestyle treatments for fatty liver 47:36

1+ y ago47:36

47:36

What are the top 10 lifestyle changes you can start doing today to improve your liver health and start treating fatty liver? If you've got a fatty liver or know someone with fatty liver then this is the episode for you. In this episode Will, John and Paul run through their list of top 10 lifestyle changes people can make to optimise the functioning…

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Autoimmune Hepatitis - Battling the Body's Betrayal 33:35

1+ y ago33:35

33:35

What happens when the immune system decides to attack the Liver? In this episode Paul, Will and John discuss the uncommon condition of Autoimmune Hepatitis. From history to evolution to treatment hear all about this fascinating condition. Remember- if you enjoy the Podcast don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode.…

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Liver Cleanse. Does your liver need help? 28:17

1+ y ago28:17

28:17

In this episode John Paul and Will discuss the hot topic of liver cleanse and detox. Is it needed? Do you need to spend the $$$ on something the liver is designed to do? Also how good is the liver at healing itself? We'll cover all this.....and more. Enjoy this episode.

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The ABCs of PBC 32:55

2y ago32:55

32:55

We are back for a new season in 2024. Join the three liver doctors John, Will and Paul for a relaxed and lively conversation about the important liver condition PBC (or Primary Biliary Cholangitis for those who want the detail). We discuss diagnosis, treatment and prognosis as well as go off on a few tangents. Hope you enjoy. Don't forget, if you h…

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Bile - what have bears got to do with it? 27:02

2y ago27:02

27:02

Join John, Will and Paul for a conversation all about bile and the healing properties of Ursodeoxycholic acid (or UDCA... or Urso..). Hear about what's in bile, gall stones and other problems of the biliary system.

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Sleep - We all need it so why can it be so hard? 32:52

2y ago32:52

32:52

In this episode John, Paul and Will discuss all about sleep and the liver. 60–80% of patients with cirrhosis rate themselves as poor sleepers. What can go wrong with sleep and what that means to the liver. Also what you can do to improve and amount and quality of sleep you get. Even hear about the hibernation vs sleep and do Camels dream? If that d…

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Hepatitis C - Going, Going........Gone? 32:47

2y ago32:47

32:47

In this episode John, Paul and Will discuss the amazing development in the treatment of the Hepatitis C virus (HCV). This is a deep dive into HCV. From the interferon days through to the amazing discovery of Direct Acting Antiviral (DAAs) that can cure almost 100% of people from HCV making HCV the first curable chronic viral infection. With over 58…

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Liver Transplantation 42:24

2y ago42:24

42:24

Join John, Paul and Will for this enlightening discussion demystifying liver transplantation. The discussion spans the past, present and future of liver transplantation. All the way from early days of transplantation through to the concepts of xenotransplantation.

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The Liver and COVID 18:31

2y ago18:31

18:31

Everybody has a liver and The World Health Organisation (WHO) say that, as of the 2nd November 2023, there have been 771,679,618 confirmed cases of COVID-19 including 6,977,023 deaths. So what happens when COVID and the liver meet? Does it matter? In this episode John, Paul and Will reflect on the COVID-19 pandemic and how the liver reacts to COVID…

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Iron overload and Haemochromatosis 33:26

2y ago33:26

33:26

In this episode John, Paul and Will discuss iron overload and in particular discuss the condition of haemochromatosis. We thought we better record this after our last episode on Iron deficiency. Just like iron, it is good to have balance. Enjoy.

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Auto-brewery Syndrome. Can your own gut bacteria really make you drunk? 25:26

2y ago25:26

25:26

In the episode John, Paul and Will discuss the incredible and amazing condition of Auto-brewery. What the......??A fascinating condition of the microbiome.

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Iron deficiency and anaemia 39:45

2y ago39:45

39:45

In the episode John, Paul and will discuss the most common nutritional deficiency - Iron deficiency. What is iron deficiency and why does the body need iron? How does it cause anaemia? How do you investigate and management it? All of this and more. Enjoy this episode.

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All about Cramps and the most amazing rapid fix for them 28:23

2y ago28:23

28:23

In this episode John, Paul and Will discuss the extremely common condition of muscle cramps. The episode explores what they are, why they occur and most importantly how you can treat them.