Leviathan Nutrition TUDCA

Pure Tauroursodeoxycholic Acid

TUDCA May Assist with:

• Healthy Liver Function
• Digestion
• Insulin Sensitivity

TUDCA FAQ:

• WHAT DOES TUDCA DO?
  TUDCA is used to improve overall liver health and offers additional benefits for digestion and overall long term health.
• WHO IS THIS PRODUCT FOR?
  This product is for anyone who can benefit by overall liver support, from competitive athletes to those who are looking to improve their daily quality of life.
• WHEN WILL I SEE RESULTS?
  Improved bile flow of the liver can be seen within days of taking TUDCA, and a couple weeks of use can start to positively impact liver enzyme values and improve overall health of the liver. TUDCA is generally used for at least 4 weeks to as long as 6 months of continuous use.
• HOW OFTEN/HOW MUCH SHOULD I TAKE?
  1 to 2 capsules of TUDCA should be used every day between 1 to 3 times per day with meals.

TUDCA - HOW DOES IT WORK?

TUDCA is a hydrophillic bile acid produced naturally and synthetically. It is UDCA (An FDA approved drug in the United states for the treatment of liver cirrhosis) with a taurine molecule attached which improves bioavailability.

-How does TUDCA protect against cholestasis of the liver?
Cholestasis is the accumulation of hydrophobic bile acids in the liver. Introducing TUDCA will cause hydrophobic bile acids in the liver to compete antagonistically with the hydrophillic bile acid TUDCA.

-Other benefits?
Aids in digestion of fats, vitamins, proteins, and carbohydrates. Prevents cell death by inhibition of protein unfolding in the endoplasmic reticulum. TUDCA has also shown promise in increasing insulin sensitivity in skeletal muscle and liver by enhancing protein folding in the endoplasmic reticulum.

-Is TUDCA safe?
Studies demonstrate use of 1500 mg TUDCA daily for 6 months without any adverse effects.

TUDCA References:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24891994
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20522594
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8675100