NYMC Faculty Publications
The Threat of Weight-Loss Over the Counter Supplements: A Case of Camellia Sinensis Autoimmune Hepatitis
Author Type(s)
Resident/Fellow, Faculty
DOI
10.7759/cureus.36023
Journal Title
Cureus
First Page
e36023
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
3-1-2023
Department
Medicine
Abstract
Autoimmune hepatitis (AIH) arises as a result of environmental and immunological interactions. Herbal and dietary supplements (HDS) are known triggers, and approximately half of the U.S. adult population consumes them, even though they are restricted. Therefore, the importance of recognizing potential triggers of AIH is considered relevant. The mechanism behind HDS Camellia Sinensis inducing AIH is related to its compounds, catechins, which induce reactive oxygen species leading to a liver immune-mediated response. We present here a challenging case of a middle-aged woman with AIH following the consumption of a weight-loss Mexican green tea containing Camellia Sinensis.
Recommended Citation
Sacoto, D. H., Turbay, V., Sandhu, J., Chaudhari, S., & Cosico, J. (2023). The Threat of Weight-Loss Over the Counter Supplements: A Case of Camellia Sinensis Autoimmune Hepatitis. Cureus, 15 (3), e36023. https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.36023