Thursday 5 January 2017

IS YOUR LIVER STRESSED?

Good morning folks,
Well it's all over and done with for another year, Xmas and New Year seem to come and go quicker and quicker each year.  Are you regretting all the over indulgence?  Do you feel like you need a new liver?

The liver is the heaviest and the second largest organ in the human body. It is probably one of the most hardworking organs of the body and performs a number of functions. It is a key player in our body’s digestive system as whatever you eat or drink passes through it.

The liver flushes out harmful toxins and wastes from the body. Hence, it is very important to take care of the liver and ensure that it is in good condition. If not taken proper care of, the liver slows down, and toxins start accumulating in the body and tissues. Luckily, whenever there is something wrong with the liver, it displays certain symptoms or warning signs that indicate that it isn’t working properly. Some people experience a sudden weight gain, and even though they try their best, they are unable to lose weight. Some of the obvious warning signs are as follows:
  1. There is hormonal imbalance in the body.
  2. Improper digestion of food.
  3. You experience anxiety and depression quite often.
  4. Constant headache.
  5. Joint pains.
  6. You feel lethargic.
  7. Chronic fatigue.
  8. Facial acne.
  9. Abdominal pain.
  10. Diarrhea or constipation.
Now, the next question that arises is how can you take good care of your liver, and if your liver is not functioning well, what can you do to improve its functioning? The answer to these questions is very simple. Firstly, eat food that is beneficial for your health, and secondly, bring about some positive changes in your lifestyle. Here are some tips and tricks that can help you maintain a healthy liver:
  1. Drink plenty of water.
  2. Eat healthy fats.
  3. Go for a balanced diet that includes everything from plant proteins and meat to seeds and nuts.
  4. Avoid processed foods.
  5. Try to eat more of organic foods that are low in sodium and other toxic substances.
  6. Refined sugar is not good for our health so try to minimise its consumption.
  7. Do not cook food in inflammatory vegetable oils such as sunflower oil, corn oil or safflower oil.
  8. Reduce the consumption of fructose.
  9. Spinach, cabbage, parsley, chicken, and eggs are rich in amino acids. Eat more of them.
  10. You should also consume foods that are rich in sulphur, such as broccoli, eggs, sprouts, garlic, etc.
  11. Reduce alcohol consumption.
Til next week, take care

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