Can ayurvedic supplements silently damage the liver? Doctor shares personal story and warns of hidden risks

Imagine a healthy, non-drinking man diagnosed with cirrhosis out of the blue. That’s what happened to one woman’s father after years of daily Ayurvedic “immunity” tonics. Doctors began to ask questions – could these herbal supplements be to blame? Growing evidence says it’s possible. Experts warn that “natural” doesn’t guarantee safe: unlike FDA-approved medicines, dietary supplements aren’t tested for safety before sale. In fact, a recent US analysis found about 5% of adults had taken at least one high-risk herbal product (like ashwagandha or turmeric) in the past month. Hepatologists report seeing supplement-induced liver injuries – some so severe they required emergency transplantation. On social media, Dr. Mansafa Bepari (MBBS, Women’s Health Coach) recently shared a sta