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Hepatoprotective

Meaning

Hepatoprotective describes the pharmacological or physiological property of a substance that actively defends the liver from injury, preventing damage caused by various stressors like toxins, inflammation, or oxidative stress. These agents support the liver’s critical role in metabolism, detoxification, and hormone clearance, which are central to overall endocrine health. Maintaining hepatoprotection is vital because the liver is the primary site for steroid hormone deactivation and conjugation. Compromised liver function can directly lead to the accumulation of unmetabolized hormones, causing systemic hormonal imbalance.