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An estimated 5% of U.S. adults have consumed at least one potentially hepatotoxic herbal supplement in the past month, raising concerns about liver health risks associated with unregulated botanical products.

Recent studies indicate that stevia, unlike some artificial sweeteners, does not increase appetite or decrease satiety, potentially aiding in weight management efforts.

Emerging data suggest that lactated Ringer’s is associated with improved health outcomes and may be superior to normal saline in acute pancreatitis management.

Liver injuries tied to botanical supplements are on the rise, with cases nearly tripling in a decade. Healthcare providers should be aware of this growing concern and its implications for patient care.

Infrequent soft stools were associated with higher risks of all-cause, cancer, and cardiovascular disease mortality, suggesting that stool monitoring could be a valuable indicator of major chronic illnesses.

In patients with both cirrhosis and atrial fibrillation, apixaban initiation was associated with lower rates of major bleeding compared to rivaroxaban or warfarin, without compromising thromboembolic protection.