9 Vitamins & Supplements That May Affect Your Liver and Kidneys If Misused

extract capsules. LiverTox reports that green tea extract has been linked to clinically apparent acute liver injury, including rare cases of acute liver failure.

The concern is especially linked to concentrated extracts often used in weight-loss or “fat burner” supplements. Anyone who develops yellow skin or eyes, dark urine, stomach pain, unusual fatigue, nausea, or loss of appetite after using green tea extract should stop the supplement and seek medical advice.

7. Kava

Kava is an herbal supplement often promoted for stress or relaxation, but it has a known liver