In this text you can read about 10 healthy foods but first read about why is liver so important.
So…what does the liver do?
- Production of proteins needed for the blood plasma.
- Production of cholesterol and proteins that help in carrying fats through the body.
- Helps in preventing blood clotting.
- Processing of hemoglobin (the liver stores iron).
- Regulation of amino acids.
- Defends against infections and responsible for removing bacteria from the blood.
- Conversion of glucose to glycogen (used for energy).
- Defends against infections and responsible for removing bacteria from the blood
- Conversion of ammonia to urea (ammonia can be poisonous).
- Elimination of drugs and toxins from the blood.
- Production of bile: bile helps in cleaning toxins and dissolves fat in the small intestine.
After you have read about how important the liver is and its vital functions, read about how to keep the liver heathy:
What are the top 10 foods?
1) Garlic
Have you ever tried juice made of garlic? If not, this is the right time although you need to be careful, just a little bit is enough. Garlic is known by its ability to clean the body from toxins as it is able to activate the liver enzymes which trigger the process. It also contains high amounts of allicin and selenium which are proven to help in improving the immunity and in cleaning the liver.
2) Grapefruit
It is rich in antioxidants and vitamin C which help in the cleaning process of the liver. Just a small glass with grapefruit juice will trigger the enzyme production which help against carcinogens and toxins.
3) Beets and Carrots
Beets were used by ancient Romans as aphrodisiacs. It is true and confirmed by scientists. They are rich in boron which helps in the production of sex hormones. The question is how carrots and beets help your liver? The answer is that both of them contain high amounts of beta carotene which is highly beneficial for the liver.
4) Green Tea
Green tea is also a beverage that improves liver function because it is rich in antioxidants – catechins which is known by its beneficial properties. This drink is delicious and offers many other benefits
5) Leafy Green Vegetables
Make a juice from green vegetables every day, because they are extremely good for overall health. You can consume them raw, juiced or cooked. Chlorophyll is very important for us. Greens are simply gifts from the nature which clean the toxins from the blood stream as well as they help in neutralizing chemicals, pesticides and heavy metals. To conclude, green vegetables are powerful protectors of the liver.
There is a various number of greens as well.
TIP: Consume different greens because if you consume the same ones few days in a raw you will not have as much benefit.
6) Avocados
Avocados are rich in glutathione, which is important for detoxification and beneficial for the liver.
7) Apples
Apples contain natural fiber- Pectin and when your body starts with detoxification it needs a way to throw toxins away. As the apples are rich in vitamins and fibers that help in this process after which the body starts with its healing process.
An apple a day keeps the doctor away right? YES!
8) Olive Oil
Extra virgin cold pressed oil is the best. Avoid cooking at too high temperature, not above 275.The quality is very important. It provides the body with lipid base which helps in cleaning the dangerous toxins from the body. In this way it helps the liver not to be so overloaded.
9) Lemons and Limes
Start the day with a half a lemon in a hot water which is also an excellent way for the liver to start with its work. The lemon sourness activates the nerves and the hormones which trigger the liver and the digestive system. This is extremely helpful for those who suffer from lazy bowel syndrome.
10) Turmeric
This herb is recommended not only if you want to have beautiful skin but also against disturbances in your cells. It is rich in nutrients which prevent cell death thus keeping your body young and beautiful. Make a juice from its root and prevent inflammations.
