Doctor Claims These 5 Supplements Are Linked to Heart Attack and Liver Failure

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00:00Doctor claims these five supplements are linked to heart attack and liver failure.

00:05Heart attacks and liver disease are major public health concerns in the United States,

00:09claiming many lives annually.

00:11Dr. Evan Levine from Mount Sinai cautions about certain supplements that can increase

00:15the risk of heart attacks and liver failure, despite being safe in natural food forms.

00:23Niacin is vital for metabolism and systems health, found in red meat, fish, and legumes.

00:29Niacin can manage cholesterol but risk liver damage at high doses.

00:34Recent studies raise cardiovascular concerns, linking high niacin levels to heart attacks

00:38and strokes.

00:40Consult your doctor for alternatives if concerned about niacin's effects.

00:47Green tea is widely celebrated for its health benefits, promoting relaxation, boosting metabolism,

00:53and supporting overall wellness.

00:55However, concentrated forms, like green tea extract, have been linked to liver injury,

01:00including rare but severe cases of acute liver failure.

01:03Catechins, at high concentrations, are believed to be toxic.

01:07The liver damage risk is associated with supplements, not drinking green tea.

01:14With many opting for sugar alcohols to cut sugar intake, these substitutes are prevalent in low-sugar

01:20products.

01:21However, research suggests higher blood levels of xylitol and erythritol may elevate heart attack

01:27and stroke risks, as they could heighten platelet reactivity, forming clots.

01:32Though findings are controversial, they raise concerns for those predisposed to heart disease.

01:39Many supplement manufacturers use gels, which often contain phthalates, chemicals used to make

01:45plastics flexible. Chronic exposure may lead to liver toxicity, high blood pressure, and atherosclerosis

01:51by leaching into the body. Long-term health risks are a concern. However, it's important to understand

01:57that the actual risk depends on several factors, including the type of phthalate used and the

02:03individual's vulnerability. While regulatory agencies set limits, regular or high-dose exposures,

02:09indicated by studies, may warrant caution.