Evidence supporting the use of: Liver
For the health condition: Debility

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Liver, particularly from animals such as cows and chickens, has been used traditionally in many cultures to support individuals suffering from debility—a general state of weakness or lack of vitality. The historical use is largely based on the organ's reputation as a nutrient-dense food, especially before the development of modern supplements and pharmaceuticals. Liver is rich in essential nutrients such as iron (particularly heme iron, which is highly bioavailable), vitamin A, B vitamins (notably B12 and folate), copper, and other trace elements crucial for energy production and overall health. Historically, consumption of liver was often recommended for people recovering from illness, those with anemia, or individuals experiencing fatigue and weakness.

However, while liver's nutritional profile supports its potential benefit for addressing deficiencies that can contribute to debility, the use of liver as a specific treatment for "debility" is not robustly backed by modern clinical trials. Much of the evidence remains anecdotal or based on observational data. There is scientific validation that nutrients found in liver can help with certain types of debility, particularly those related to iron or B12 deficiency, but the use of whole liver as a remedy for general debility is primarily rooted in tradition.

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