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Hindustan Times
31-07-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Gastroenterologist shares which foods to eat and avoid for good liver health: 'Coffee but limited dose'
Liver health is crucial for your overall functioning. It is responsible for major functions like detoxification, flushing out toxins, bile production, metabolism of nutrients and so on. This makes liver an absolute powerhouse. But a sedentary lifestyle and poor dietary choices can worsen liver health, leading to liver damage from major complications if proper care is not taken. Know how to support your liver to the fullest by adopting the right foods into your diet.(Twitter/AHealthyBod) ALSO READ: Want to reverse fatty liver? The Liver Doc suggests 5 changes to make in daily diet, exercise, sleep to reduce it Liver health starts by fine-tuning your diet, making mindful lifestyle choices, being aware of crucial symptoms of liver health and staying proactive about routine screenings. Dr Pawan Dhoble, consultant, gastroenterology, PD Hinduja Hospital and MRC, Khar, shared with HT Lifestyle how important lifestyle changes are, as simple as including more liver-friendly foods, limiting processed junk, can go a long way in protecting the liver. Dr Dhoble shared a detailed guide, covering all the essentials of liver health, including foods to eat/avoid based on their nutritional profile, lifestyle changes and diagnosis: Foods to eat and avoid for better liver health 1. Foods to eat Eat fish which is rich in Omega-3 fatty acids. (Shutterstock) Green leafy vegetables: Spinach and broccoli are examples of leafy greens and cruciferous vegetables, which help detoxification and mitigate liver fat. Spinach and broccoli are examples of leafy greens and cruciferous vegetables, which help detoxification and mitigate liver fat. Berries: Polyphenols, found in berries and citrus fruits, are strong antioxidants that help reduce inflammation and support liver health. Polyphenols, found in berries and citrus fruits, are strong antioxidants that help reduce inflammation and support liver health. Fish: Salmon and sardines contain omega-3 fatty acids that mitigate inflammation and liver fat; hence, they are examples of fatty fish. Salmon and sardines contain omega-3 fatty acids that mitigate inflammation and liver fat; hence, they are examples of fatty fish. Grains: Oats and lentils are examples of high fibre whole grains, which boost fat metabolism in the body and insulin sensitivity. Oats and lentils are examples of high fibre whole grains, which boost fat metabolism in the body and insulin sensitivity. Allium: Garlic and onions are known for activating detoxification liver-supporting enzymes. Garlic and onions are known for activating detoxification liver-supporting enzymes. Nuts and seeds: Walnuts and flaxseeds are examples of nuts and seeds that contain Vitamin E and omega-3 fats, which reduce liver enzymes. Walnuts and flaxseeds are examples of nuts and seeds that contain Vitamin E and omega-3 fats, which reduce liver enzymes. Coffee but limited dose: Coffee, especially when taken in 2–3 cup doses a day, has been associated with lowered liver cancer and cirrhosis risks. Coffee, especially when taken in 2–3 cup doses a day, has been associated with lowered liver cancer and cirrhosis risks. Turmeric: Turmeric contains curcumin, which is known for its protective and anti-inflammatory benefits. 2. Foods to avoid Avoid spicy red meat curries for better liver health.(Kunal Kapur) Fried food and saturated fats (red meats): Bring about fat accumulation in the liver. Bring about fat accumulation in the liver. Refined carbs and sugary foods (pastries and soda): Sugary foods are high in fructose, which is one of the most critical factors in increasing liver fat. Sugary foods are high in fructose, which is one of the most critical factors in increasing liver fat. Alcohol: Even moderate use can worsen liver injury; zero is ideal if liver disease is present. Even moderate use can worsen liver injury; zero is ideal if liver disease is present. Sugary beverages: Increase the risk of NAFLD. Increase the risk of NAFLD. Processed meats (bacon and sausages): Rich in hepatotoxic nutrients, high in nitrates, fats, and sodium. Rich in hepatotoxic nutrients, high in nitrates, fats, and sodium. Excessive supplements and herbal remedies: Avoid unregulated products and high doses of these supplements, as they can strain the liver. Lifestyle changes that improve liver health Keep your weigt within healthy limit.(Shutterstock) Achieve a healthy weight: Weight loss of 5-10% is able to reduce liver fat and reverse mild liver fibrosis. Weight loss of 5-10% is able to reduce liver fat and reverse mild liver fibrosis. Exercise: 150 minutes a week of moderate exercise supports liver fat and metabolism. 150 minutes a week of moderate exercise supports liver fat and metabolism. Hepatitis B and C Screening: Particularly for high-risk patients, early diagnosis can prevent severe liver damage Particularly for high-risk patients, early diagnosis can prevent severe liver damage Take in a lot of water: It supports detox and metabolism, and water intake is beneficial. Sugary drinks and caffeine should be limited. It supports detox and metabolism, and water intake is beneficial. Sugary drinks and caffeine should be limited. Prioritise sleep and manage stress: Poor sleeping patterns and chronic stress can negatively impact liver metabolism. Diagnosis: Risk factors, symptoms, tests and more Conditions like diabetes increase the risk of liver diseases.(Pexels) 1. Medical conditions that increase the risk of liver diseases • Diabetes • Obesity and metabolic syndrome • Increased levels of cholesterol or triglycerides • Autoimmune or Thyroid disease 2. Symptoms Fatigue coupled with nausea and appetite, or weight loss Pain in the right upper abdomen Jaundice – yellowing of skin and eyes, dark urine, and pale stool Body and skin itching, fluid swelling in limbs or abdomen (ascites), and easily breaking blood vessels Change in mental function, like confusion, or increased lethargy (hepatic encephalopathy) 3. Tests Testing: Testing of LFTs, Hepatitis B or C, and other autoimmune, genetic or metabolic disorders Testing of LFTs, Hepatitis B or C, and other autoimmune, genetic or metabolic disorders Truenat Test: A portable diagnostic test that provides results within 60 minutes. Early diagnosis can lead to better health outcomes and can facilitate prompt decisions, especially in remote places with few resources. A portable diagnostic test that provides results within 60 minutes. Early diagnosis can lead to better health outcomes and can facilitate prompt decisions, especially in remote places with few resources. Imaging: Routine procedures of ultrasound, FibroScan for fibrosis, MRI or CT for diagnosing masses. Routine procedures of ultrasound, FibroScan for fibrosis, MRI or CT for diagnosing masses. Liver Biopsy: Used to confirm ambiguous diagnoses and to evaluate disease severity. Testing ideally should be done when mild symptoms emerge as well, as Dr Dhoble cautioned, 'Mild symptoms, or even single symptoms, require evaluation from a clinician." Dr Pawan Dhoble also recommended routine screening for liver conditions, especially Hepatitis B and C, as a key step in early detection and prevention. 'Hepatitis B testing should be done for all pregnant women and at least once for all adults, with repeat testing for individuals at high risk. For Hepatitis C, a one-time test is advised for adults aged 18 to 79, with more frequent testing for those with ongoing risk factors,' he concluded. Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
Time of India
06-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Who's a 'real' doctor? How Chess grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi vs The Liver Doc's viral war of words began... over a selfie
On July 1, 2025, Indian chess grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi posted a heartfelt tribute to his family on X (formerly Twitter) in honor of National Doctors' Day . The message, accompanied by a selfie featuring his wife, parents, and sister, expressed his admiration and appreciation for the medical professionals in his family. While the post was intended as a gesture of gratitude, it quickly became the center of a major online controversy about who is truly eligible to be called a 'doctor' in India. Curious followers soon began asking about the specific fields of expertise held by his family members. In response, Gujrathi explained that his father is an Ayurvedic migraine specialist, his wife holds an MD in homeopathy , his mother works in cosmetology, and his sister is a physiotherapist. Initially, the post was met with warmth. However, within 24 hours, the tone shifted drastically. The Liver Doc Steps In, Stirring Up Storm On July 2, Dr. Cyriac Abby Philips, a hepatologist better known on social media as The Liver Doc, responded sharply to Gujrathi's post. In a blunt statement, Dr. Philips asserted that the individuals mentioned in the tribute should not be classified as doctors. This response sparked a flurry of reactions, quickly dividing social media into supporters and critics. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Scientists: Tinnitus? When tinnitus won't go away, do this (Watch) Hearing Magazine Undo — theliverdr (@theliverdr) The Liver Doc, known for his firm stance against unscientific practices in healthcare, argued that Ayurveda , homeopathy, cosmetology, and physiotherapy do not fall under the scope of conventional clinical medicine. Although he acknowledged that physiotherapy is a legitimate branch of healthcare that supports recovery and rehabilitation, he firmly stated that the other disciplines lack clinical validation. His especially severe comments about homeopathy, which he controversially associated with historical pseudoscientific movements, inflamed the situation further. Gujrathi Responds with Defiance Vidit Gujrathi did not remain silent. He defended his family, stating that they were all formally trained, qualified, and certified practitioners in their respective fields. He emphasized their commitment to serving others and the impact they have made over the years, even if they weren't working in the limelight. Though he later deleted his original post, Gujrathi posted screenshots of his conversation with The Liver Doc, accusing him of seeking attention by publicly attacking others instead of celebrating their contributions. — viditchess (@viditchess) In his follow-up, Gujrathi expressed that his intention was simply to honour his loved ones. He admitted he initially chose to stay quiet but felt compelled to speak out after what he described as mockery and dismissal of his family's work. He stressed that critics on social media cannot determine who deserves to be called a doctor, especially when individuals in his family have devoted their lives to helping people through alternative systems of medicine. — theliverdr (@theliverdr) — viditchess (@viditchess) The Medical Legality Behind the Title "Doctor" According to a report by India Today , the term 'doctor' in India is not restricted to those with MBBS or MD degrees in modern allopathic medicine. Under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of AYUSH, professionals holding degrees like BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) and BHMS (Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery) are legally recognized as doctors. These individuals are allowed to use the prefix "Dr." before their names and are registered under statutory bodies such as the Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM) and the Central Council of Homeopathy (CCH). However, these councils are separate from the National Medical Commission (NMC), which governs allopathic medical practitioners. While AYUSH doctors can legally practice within their respective disciplines, they are not authorized to prescribe allopathic medication or present themselves as clinical physicians. This legal distinction often blurs in everyday practice, particularly in rural and semi-urban areas where access to conventional healthcare is limited. Who Gets to Be a Doctor? The Debate Endures The controversy highlights a persistent tension in India's healthcare landscape. While traditional systems like Ayurveda and homeopathy have deep cultural roots and legal recognition, they continue to be contested by many from the modern medical establishment. Physiotherapists, though integral to patient recovery, are not granted the title of 'doctor' under standard clinical definitions. Cosmetologists, on the other hand, may or may not be doctors depending on their educational background—if they hold an MBBS or equivalent degree in dermatology or aesthetic medicine, they may qualify. In the end, what started as a tribute evolved into a conversation about professional legitimacy, public perception, and the evolving definition of a doctor in modern India. As the debate unfolds, one thing is certain: the divide between traditional and modern medicine continues to challenge India's healthcare identity.
India Today
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Who's a doctor anyway? Vidit Gujrathi, The Liver Doc slug it out
In India, the question of who qualifies as a doctor is one that chess grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi and Dr Cyriac Abby Philips, popularly known as The Liver Doc, have been actively dissecting and bisecting on X since July 2. While people weighed in on both sides, a section of users questioned if the post, meant to celebrate doctors in the family, should at all have sparked the debate in the first all began with a post shared by Vidit Gujrathi on July 1, featuring a picture of his family as he wished them on National Doctors' Day. 'Happy Doctors' Day to my entire family,' Gujrathi wrote in his post on X, along with a selfie he had taken with his parents, sister, and users asked about their specialisations, to which Gujrathi replied: 'My father is an Ayurvedic Migraine specialist, wife is MD, Homeopathy, mom does Cosmetology and sister is a physiotherapist.' It was all good till one tweet from The Liver Doc changed the tone of the conversation entirely.'I am sorry but none of them are really doctors,' he wrote bluntly, triggering a cascade of reactions and a heated exchange with the hit back, defending his family's qualifications and sacrifices, saying they were 'certified doctors' who had dedicated their lives to supporting him and helping later deleted the original post but clapped back by sharing screenshots of his interaction with The Liver Doc, accusing him of chasing clout by 'tearing people down' and insisting that his family had "quietly healed lives without needing a spotlight.' His response triggered a massive statement from The Liver Doc - a hepatologist himself - who insisted that he did not mean to offend Gujrathi's family but was just 'stating plain facts from a professional standpoint'.Without 'mincing his words', The Liver Doc insisted: 'Your statement on Doctors Day claiming an Ayurveda practitioner, Homeopath, Cosmetologist and a Physiotherapist were doctors is wrong and I stand by my words.''Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Cosmetology or Physiotherapy are not realistic clinical medicine or and their practitioners are not clinical physicians. Physiotherapy is a legit branch of healthcare (adjunct to clinical medicine), but the rest are just plain sham - especially Homeopathy, which is also known as N*zi Medicine because H*tler tried to integrate it with conventional medicine at the time,' he who is legally a doctor in India?advertisementIn India, the title of "doctor" is not exclusive to allopathic (MBBS) practitioners. Under the Ministry of AYUSH, which oversees Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy, practitioners with BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) and BHMS (Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery) degrees are legally recognised as "doctors" and can prefix 'Dr' to their are registered under separate councils such as the Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM) and Central Council of Homeopathy (CCH), distinct from the Medical Council of India (now the National Medical Commission, NMC), which regulates allopathic medicine and its contention arises with respect to their practice. While AYUSH doctors can legally practice in their respective systems, they are not recognised as allopathic or clinical physicians and cannot prescribe allopathic medicines – a boundary that often blurs in meanwhile, are not classified as doctors in the strict medical sense but are highly trained rehabilitation specialists in the healthcare system. Cosmetologists may or may not be doctors, depending on whether they hold a medical to The Liver Doc's post about Gujrathi's family, he just didn't stop at the classifications but continued that the grandmaster's 'claim' about his family 'has major public health consequences, because someone of your stature, being ignorant about science and health affects public perception of realistic healthcare and pseudoscientific practices.'Read The Liver Doc's entire response to Gujarathi here:While The Liver Doc's argument is rooted in medical accuracy, critics argued that his timing lacked empathy and that his fight should be against the concerned authorities and not the grandmaster in particular.'Even if The Liver Doc had a valid point, this wasn't the time or place to make that point. Vidit was just showing love to his parents on Doctor's Day, the people who've supported him through thick and thin. His post wasn't harming anyone. Sometimes it's better to understand the moment and let people be,' a user Liver Doc's 'sole intention is to mock/undermine and humiliate continuously, and there is a pattern,' a user said, referencing his constant heated exchanges with several The Liver Doc is right in debating who should be called a doctor, it should be the government, and not a chess grandmaster celebrating a family moment, that his questions should be directed debate has triggered a significant conversation, not just about who qualifies as a doctor, but also about the need for nuance, respect, and timing in an increasingly online world where lines between personal and professional are constantly tested.- Ends
India Today
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Chess star Vidit Gujrathi calls out LiverDoc for insulting his family
Indian chess star Vidit Gujrathi got into a scuffle with popular X user LiverDoc on Thursday, July 3. Vidit, one of the key members of India's Olympiad gold-winning team, called out the user for insulting his all started with Vidit wishing his family on Doctor's Day. The Indian Grandmaster posted a family photo that included his parents, wife, and sister. Vidit shared the specialities of his family members upon the request of another X user. He stated that his father was an Ayurvedic migraine specialist, his mother a cosmetologist, his wife an MD in homeopathy, and his sister a revealing this information, Cyriac Abby Philips, also known as TheLiverDoc on X, quoted the tweet and replied that "none of Vidit's family members were really doctors." The reply went viral, prompting Vidit to respond strongly. "Your entire brand and personality is built on insulting others. While you chase retweets by tearing people down, my family quietly heals lives without needing a spotlight. They've helped more people than your ego can count. Stay in your lane. And for a change, try being useful," Vidit replied on his timeline."My parents are certified doctors who sacrificed thriving careers to travel with me and shape my journey. They rebuilt themselves, found new ways to heal, and continue helping others with quiet dignity. You don't have to agree with them. But you don't get to dismiss them," he added. While this could have been the end of it, LiverDoc once again responded, this time with a detailed post. He wrote that Doctor's Day in India marks both the birth and death anniversary of Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy, one of India's most revered physicians and a key figure in shaping the healthcare added that Ayurveda, homeopathy, cosmetology, or physiotherapy were not forms of clinical medicine and that their practitioners were not clinical physicians."Physiotherapy is a legit branch of healthcare (adjunct to clinical medicine), but the rest are just plain sham, especially homeopathy, which is also known as Nzi medicine because Htler tried to integrate it with conventional medicine at the time," LiverDoc wrote on his further argued that Vidit's tweets normalised what he called "pseudoscience" and "primitive healthcare practices.""Your statements normalise pseudoscience and primitive therapies as healthcare practices when they are not. They are alternative medicine. And alternative medicine is medicine that is not proven to work. Just like there is no alternative chemistry, alternative physics, or alternative mathematics, alternative medicine is also not medicine. And its practitioners are not doctors," he and perhaps agitated, Vidit replied to the post firmly. He warned LiverDoc that he would not tolerate the mocking of his family. Vidit called him a troll and said that he did not have the authority to define how a person lives."I made a simple post out of gratitude. I chose silence at first, because not every conversation deserves a response. But when it turned into mocking my family, I stepped in. If that means stepping out of my lane, so be it. You and trolls like you don't get to decide who's a doctor. You have no authority to define others' lives or dismiss their work. I've said my part. Now, back to what actually matters. No time for noise," Vidit replied.- EndsTrending Reel
NDTV
04-07-2025
- Health
- NDTV
"Brand Built On Insulting Others": LiverDoc, Indian Grand Master Vidit Gujrathi Clash On X
Dr. Cyriac Abby Philips, who goes by the name of "LiverDoc" on X (formerly Twitter), has developed a reputation on social media for taking up strong stands against 'medical misinformation and pseudoscience'. A hepatologist by profession, LiverDoc has often riled people up with his direct attacks on Ayurveda and Homeopathy, as well as those practicing it. As he did the same yet with a post on Indian Grand Master Vidit Gujrathi's family, a war of words erupted on the internet. It all started when Vidit took to social media and shared a picture of his family with he caption, "Happy Doctor's Day to my entire family". A user asked the Chess GM about the qualifications of the members in the photo. Vidit then said: "My father is an Ayurvedic migraine specialist, wife is MD Homeopathy, mom does cosmetology and sister is a physiotherapist. LiverDoc, who is often known to take a stand against Ayurveda and Homeopathy as 'medical treatments', responded saying "I am sorry but none of them are really doctors." Vidit, understandably, wasn't happy seeing his family's qualifications and contributions being questioned on the public platform. He said: "My parents are certified doctors who sacrificed thriving careers to travel with me and shape my journey. They rebuilt themselves, found new ways to heal, and continue helping others with quiet dignity. You don't have to agree with them. But you don't get to dismiss them." In a lengthy post, in reply to the Indian GM's post, LiverDoc said: "Hello, Vidit. I am not a fan of chess, but you are an important person for our country and I did not mean to offend your family. I am sure they are good people. I was stating plain facts from a professional standpoint and I do not mince my words. You may call that ego or whatever, to console yourself, no problem. Hello, Vidit. I am not a fan of chess, but you are an important person for our country and I did not mean to offend your family. I am sure they are good people. I was stating plain facts from a professional standpoint and I do not mince my words. You may call that ego or… — TheLiverDoc (@theliverdr) July 3, 2025 "Your statement on Doctors Day claiming an Ayurveda practitioner, Homeopath, Cosmetologist and a Physiotherapist were doctors is wrong and I stand by my words. Doctors' Day in India marks both the birth and death anniversary of Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy, one of India's most revered physicians and a key figure in shaping the healthcare system. Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Cosmetology or Physiotherapy are not realistic clinical medicine or and their practitioners are not clinical physicians. Physiotherapy is a legit branch of healthcare (adjunct to clinical medicine), but the rest are just plain sham - especially Homeopathy, which is also known as N*zi Medicine because H*tler tried to integrate it with conventional medicine at the time. "You got all worked up and started personally attacking me because you were ignorant of this fact. I do not need to keep an ego towards a chess GM or his family. You don't make me insecure and your family is of no concern to me from a professional standpoint." "I am staying in my lane and always have. Calling out medical misinformation is what I do apart from being a full-time doctor. I suggest you stay in your lane and discuss more on chess. Sorry for the checkmate. And for a change, talk about chess and try being useful. All the best for your future matches." Vidit also decided to respond to the doctor, saying: "I made a simple post out of gratitude. I chose silence at first, because not every conversation deserves a response. But when it turned into mocking my family, I stepped in. If that means stepping out of my lane, so be it. You and trolls like you don't get to decide who's a doctor. You have no authority to define others lives or dismiss their work. I've said my part. Now, back to what actually matters. No time for noise." I made a simple post out of gratitude. I chose silence at first, because not every conversation deserves a response. But when it turned into mocking my family, I stepped in. If that means stepping out of my lane, so be it. You and trolls like you don't get to decide who's a… — Vidit Gujrathi (@viditchess) July 3, 2025 Further responding to Vidit's post, the LiverDoc said: "Dear friends, good morning. A life update. Even though it was short but sweet, I have decided to quit playing chess on social media with science illiterates and is determined on being "useful" as a clinical doctor. "You and trolls like you don't get to decide who's a doctor."
