Healthy Liver : Maintaining healthy liver is crucial for overall well-being, as the liver performs hundreds of vital functions. A healthy liver is essential for cleaning your blood and removing toxins and waste through urine and feces, storing glucose from the food we eat, producing bile for the digestion of fats amongest other things. Unfortunately in the western world we consume a heavy carbohydrate diet and our modern sedentary lifestyle can cause a fatty tissue which builds up on the inside of the liver, and prevents the liver from doing it job properly. You can support your liver by adopting healthy lifestyle.
Maintain a Healthy Weight: Being overweight or obese, particularly with excess fat around the abdomen, can lead to non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Losing even a small amount of weight can significantly improve liver health. Three of the worst things for your liver is excess sugar salt and fried food. Drink the daily amount of water recommened to help your liver working by flushing out toxins and it can also support nutrient absorption. Excellent for your liver is milk thistle which is a strong antioxident that supports a healthly liver function by defending it against oxidative stress.
The symptons of a unhealthy liver ;
Yellowing of the skin. [ harfder to distinguish on darker skin ]
Belly pain.
Swelling of the legs and ankles.
Dark urine.
Constant tiredness
Dark poo almost tar like
Eat a Balanced Diet:Focus on a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains, while limiting saturated and trans fats, added sugars, and salt. Choose healthy fats like those found in olive oil, rape seed oil avocado, nuts, and fatty fish (like mackerel and salmon.]
Alcohol Consumption: If you like more alcohol intake then the average person then you are heading for trouble as to much alcohol is a major cause of liver damage. If you choose to drink alcohol, do so in moderation.
Medications and Toxins: Some medications and substances prescribed by your GP can be harmful to the liver. Always follow recommended dosages for medications, including over-the-counter drugs and supplements. When taken medications for a long period always check with your GP for a review on your medication and in some cases you might need a blood test to see if your liver is in a healthy condition.
Get Vaccinated:Vaccinations are available for hepatitis A and B, which can cause liver damage. Talk to your doctor about whether you are up-to-date on your vaccinations.
Practice Safe Sex:Hepatitis B and C can be transmitted through bodily fluids. Practicing safe sex can help prevent these infections.
Stay Active: Regular amounts of physical activity can help with weight management and overall liver health.
