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Was told unfiltered coffee can raise liver alt levels, should i only drink filtered or just tea? ty.

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Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

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Coffee and liver: coffee, whether filtered or not, does not raise liver tests. In fact, some studies have shown it to be helpful in patients who have various liver diseases. Go ahead and enjoy your coffee!

Answered 6/15/2015

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A member asked:

Was told unfiltered coffee can raise liver alt levels, should i only drink filtered or just tea? ty.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

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