TUDCA for Liver Health

TUDCA (Tauroursodeoxycholic acid) is a water-soluble bile acid that is found in small amounts in our own bile. It has powerful cytoprotective (cell-protecting) effects, particularly for the liver. It works by reducing endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress, a condition where the cell's protein-folding machinery gets overwhelmed. Chronic ER stress leads to cell death and inflammation. TUDCA helps to alleviate this stress, making it a highly effective agent for protecting liver cells from damage, whether from toxins, alcohol, or the use of oral anabolic steroids. A healthy, efficient liver is critical for detoxification and overall metabolic health. By supporting liver function and reducing cellular stress, TUDCA helps to maintain the health of one of the body's most vital organs, which is a key component of a low biological age. It is also being researched for its neuroprotective effects in conditions like ALS.