On the 27th at 8:10 p.m., the 11th episode of 'Star Health Ranking No.1' examined the fact that neglecting the chronic ailment of modern people, 'fatigue', could even increase the risk of liver cancer, and explored the essential number one remedy for a vibrant health in the centenarian era.
During the broadcast, to find out who is 'on the brink of liver damage', liver ultrasounds and urine organic acid tests were conducted to assess liver health, and blood tests and autonomic nervous system assessments were performed to evaluate the overall immune status. The cast members, who had been complaining of fatigue, could not hide their surprise at the specialist's remark that someone had shown abnormal findings in their liver.
Amid everyone's keen interest, the 4th place 'on the brink of liver damage' went to 50s Ji Seok-jin, who had recently been grumbling about feeling tired and as limp as 'soaked cotton'. Although it was relieved that no abnormalities were found in the liver ultrasound and the level of albumin, which is crucial for liver health, was also normal, he was startled by the remark that the ALP level, which could increase with acute hepatitis, liver cancer, cholangiocarcinoma, or bone-related diseases, was elevated, making him question whether this was good or not, and what he should do about it. He expressed concern over the mention of his body having some accumulated toxins, including ammonia.
Next, the 3rd place 'on the brink of liver damage' was claimed by 40s Han Da-gam. Han Da-gam, who recently revealed that her health was bad enough to need an IV, was diagnosed with not only a reduced energy metabolism but also an excessively activated parasympathetic nervous system, meaning that her body had entered 'rest mode' against her will. She received advice that it was necessary to improve liver function to manage her accumulated chronic fatigue.
In 2nd place was Kyung-sook, known as the nation's 'madam', who was surprisingly diagnosed with stage 1 fatty liver. Despite having quit drinking, the specialist warned Kyung-sook that there are about three times as many patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease compared to those with alcoholic fatty liver disease and that not drinking alcohol does not guarantee safety.
Ahead of announcing the 1st place 'on the brink of liver damage', Lee Kyung-sil, who had previously been diagnosed with fatty liver, expressed her worries, while Dook Ko-young-jae, who boasted he had never felt fatigued even once in his life, showed confidence. However, everyone was left speechless at the moment the 1st place was announced, as the 70s Dook Ko-young-jae, who had loudly claimed he had never felt tired, claimed the top spot. Contrary to his confident thoughts, the checkup results indicated he was close to stage 2 fatty liver, and he received an opinion that the enzyme levels in his liver function tests were high, suggesting that liver damage had begun.
Feeling shocked throughout the results announcement, Dook Ko-young-jae expressed disbelief at the suggestion that not only fatty liver but also fatty hepatitis was suspected. In response, the specialist advised that the liver does not show special warning symptoms until it becomes a serious illness, so he should start managing it from now on. Lastly, 5th place went to Lee Kyung-sil, who is in her 50s. At the moment the results were announced, she could not contain her joy and ran around the studio, bringing smiles to everyone. In the subsequent results announcement, she was selected as having a healthy liver that could even provoke envy from a nine-tailed fox.
The prescription for liver health introduced albumin, which helps increase immunity and vitality. 'Albumin solution' is used in surgeries or emergencies, and it was recently developed as an oral supplement, indicating that it can be consumed conveniently to take care of one's health.
The 11th episode of 'Star Health Ranking No.1', aired on the 27th, can be revisited on Sept. 9 (Tuesday) at 6 a.m.
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