Can Supplements Cause Liver Damage?

16/11/2025 5 min
Can Supplements Cause Liver Damage?

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Episode Synopsis

The answer is yes: certain supplements can cause liver damage, a condition known as hepatotoxicity. While most vitamins and minerals are generally safe when taken at recommended dosages, certain herbal, botanical, and multi-ingredient supplements have been increasingly linked to severe liver injury, sometimes requiring a liver transplant. The liver is the body’s primary detoxification center, making it vulnerable to any toxic substance, including high concentrations of compounds found in supplements.