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Food to keep your liver healthy​

The liver plays many essential functions in the proper functioning of the body. In addition to storing nutrients from digestion, it contributes to the metabolism of sugars, fats and proteins and cleanses the body by acting as a filter. Foods to eat are:

1. Garlic

The best-known active ingredients present in garlic are allicin, querticin and selenium. Thanks to these elements, it participates in the activation of enzymes promoting the detoxification process. To stimulate the liver, you can add garlic to all your salads, meats and vegetables. It is also a natural antibiotic, particularly beneficial for the regeneration of an already diseased liver.

2. Foods rich in fiber

Foods rich in fiber help reduce fat and protect against liver disease. So oatmeal and green vegetables such as spinach, cabbage and beans should be favored in your diet. In addition, the latter are suppliers of vitamins and also contain antioxidants, very useful for purifying the body. When suffering from liver disease or with a history of this type of disease, it is important to ensure that bowel movements are regular and to avoid constipation, hence the importance of consuming plenty of fiber. If the person is too constipated, they can accumulate toxins that are normally eliminated from the body with the stool.

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Avocado has a remarkable effect on the liver. It demonstrates restorative properties which could come from the natural fatty acids it contains. It also helps lower cholesterol levels and helps cleanse toxins.

4. Beets

Beets are rich in antioxidants. In addition to these nutrients which help fight free radicals and cell aging, they also contain iron and folic acid.

5. Dark chocolate

Contrary to popular belief, dark chocolate with a cocoa content exceeding 70% is beneficial for the liver. Its magnesium intake helps protect this organ. In addition, the antioxidants contained in dark chocolate slow down the aging of cells and reduce the risk of inflammation. Magnesium also helps to recharge your batteries and relieve stress.

6. Turmeric

Turmeric has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It is recommended to fight against many diseases including those of the liver. It helps cleanse the body, facilitates digestion and helps prevent cancer.

7. Nuts

Oilseeds such as walnuts, almonds or hazelnuts are rich in phosphorus. Their consumption helps purify the liver and facilitate lipid metabolism, which prevents the accumulation of fat which causes liver disease. Vitamin E, found in large quantities in nuts, helps people suffering from fatty liver disease.

8. Grapefruit

Grapefruit is a beneficial food for cleansing the liver. Thanks to naringinin, a flavonoid present in this fruit and which helps burn fat, it contributes to the purification of the body and prevents the accumulation of lipids in liver cells. In addition, this fruit is rich in pectin and vitamin C.

9. Dairy products

Dairy products such as cheeses or yogurts offer a good supply of calcium. You can add a little fruit or blueberries to your yogurts for more benefits. Please note, it is advisable to prefer products that contain less lipids, salt and sugar. Natural skimmed milk yogurts therefore provide a better nutritional contribution. The same goes for fresh goat's cheese, fromage frais or fromage blanc, less fatty, less salty and yet rich in calcium.

10. Green tea

Green tea contains theine and helps reduce fat. Rich in antioxidants, it is also diuretic. Its polyphenol content allows it to slow down the assimilation of lipids and carbohydrates and reduces the quantity of calories absorbed while improving cardiovascular health.