Known in Ayurveda as Guduchi, Giloy is widely recognized for its immunity-boosting properties and role in maintaining general well-being. However, a severe caution from a leading hepatologist is now casting a shadow over this popular remedy, linking it to serious liver damage.

What is the Specific Warning About Giloy?

The warning comes from Dr. Cyriac Abby Philips, a prominent hepatologist known online as “The Liver Doc.” In a recent social media post, Dr. Philips issued a stark alert, calling Giloy “the most liver-toxic Ayurvedic plant that no one will tell you about.” He underlined that the herb’s risk of immune-mediated liver damage is what makes it dangerous. This indicates that the herb may cause the body’s immune system to target and harm the liver cells.

Who is Most at Risk?

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