Evidence supporting the use of: Bovine (not specified)
For the body system: Hepatic System

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

Bovine liver and other bovine-derived organ supplements have a long history of traditional use in naturopathic and holistic medicine to support the hepatic (liver) system. This practice is primarily based on the principle of "like supports like," a concept popularized by proponents of organotherapy and traditional cultures, where consuming animal organs was believed to support the corresponding organ in humans. Bovine liver, in particular, is rich in nutrients such as vitamin A, B vitamins (especially B12), iron, copper, and other cofactors important for liver function and general health. However, while there are detailed nutritional profiles for bovine liver, there is limited direct scientific evidence showing that consuming bovine liver or generic "bovine" extracts specifically improves hepatic health or treats liver diseases in humans. Most scientific studies focus on the nutrient content rather than organ-specific therapeutic effects. Thus, the use of unspecified "bovine" to support the hepatic system is largely justified by tradition and nutritional rationale rather than robust clinical research. Overall, while the nutritional density of bovine organs is established, the evidence supporting their targeted use for liver health is modest and mostly historical.

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