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How do you fix elevated liver enzymes?

In many cases, liver enzymes are only temporarily elevated and can be lowered. Common medications that elevate liver enzymes include Tylenol (acetaminophen) and statin medications used to lower cholesterol. If you are taking these medications, your healthcare provider may advise you to stop and recheck your liver enzymes.

Alcohol use affects the liver. Cutting back on drinking or stopping drinking is one of the best ways to improve your liver enzymes. 

Some conditions like Hepatitis A are short-term, and liver enzymes will improve once the illness is over. 

Elevated liver enzymes caused by fatty liver or diabetes will respond to dietary efforts to limit intake of fatty and sugary foods. This reduces the need for your liver to store excess sugars and cholesterol.

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