Make your liver look like new! 12 of the best dishes that restore...

The liver is the most important (and heaviest) organ in the human body. It performs many functions necessary for life: it takes part in the process of digestion, metabolism of proteins, fats, carbohydrates, nucleic acids, vitamins and trace elements, removes toxic substances.





The natural filter of the human body often suffers from malnutrition, stress and bad habits. Heaviness in the right side, bitterness in the mouth are the most common symptoms of liver fatigue.



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Alcohol, fatty foods, chemical additives in food, medicines - this is not a complete list of enemies of our liver. Fortunately, this body has many friends too!

Products useful for the liver

1. milk thistle
   In the plant world there are no plants that could compare with milk thistle in its therapeutic effect on the liver. This is due to the hepatoprotective effect on the body of a substance called silymarin. Silymarin not only protects the liver from harmful effects, it also has regenerative properties, its reception contributes to the renewal of liver cells if they have been destroyed or damaged as a result of the disease.
   
   The simplest and very effective remedy for liver diseases is ground milk thistle seeds. They are sold in the pharmacy in the form of powder, they can be crushed independently in a coffee grinder. The powder is prescribed for prevention and treatment in a teaspoon before meals 3-4 times a day, washed down with ordinary water.
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2. Pumpkin
   The liver just loves bright fruits with red and orange flesh. Pumpkin is generally considered the best product for the liver - everything, including seeds. The main advantage of pumpkin is its ability to restore the cell membranes of hepatocytes. Due to the high content of rare vitamin T (or carnitine), pumpkin can rightly be called the best side dish for beef, pork and other fatty dishes. After all, vitamin T promotes the absorption of heavy food and unloads the liver.
   
   
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3. Citrus
   Citrus fruits contain essential oils, vitamins and antioxidants that stimulate the natural cleansing of the liver and reduce inflammation. These fruits are a storehouse of vitamin C, which strengthens our immune system, protecting us from the appearance of infections and other serious diseases. Drinking lemon juice in the morning will help stimulate the liver for the whole day and will cheer up much better than coffee or black tea.
   
   
4. kelminaria
   This algae is often called seaweed. Its leaves consist of 5% salts of alginic acid, which is called “natural recyclator of harmful substances”. Alginates bind some chemically active compounds as well as heavy metal salts. That is, they help the liver cleanse the body of harmful substances. Sea cabbage is an absolute record holder in terms of iodine content, it prevents thyroid diseases, reduces cholesterol levels and reduces the risk of developing cancer.
   
   
   
   
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5. Artichoke
   This plant will help eliminate excess fluid from the body, reduce the level of fat in the liver, normalize blood sugar levels. It is recommended to drink artichoke tea three times a day for 200 ml 30 minutes before meals. To prepare tea, boil one liter of purified water and add a tablespoon of crushed artichoke. Cover the lid and let it brew for 25 minutes, and then strain.
   
   
   
   
   
6. Beets
   Not everyone knows how useful it is. liverbeet. The root vegetable contains the substance betaine, which helps to absorb protein. Betaine also lowers pressure, inhibits the development of atherosclerosis and prevents liver obesity. Beets are useful both in raw and baked or boiled form. You can add raw beets to fresh, or you can make a delicious salad.
   
   
   
   
   
7. Dandelion
   Dandelion tea is great for treating various liver diseases. It's very easy to make. Bring one liter of purified water to a boil and add a tablespoon of leaves or dandelion roots. Let it brew for 25 minutes, strain and drink 250 ml of tea in the morning and 250 ml in the evening, taking a break between receptions for 6-7 hours.
   
   It is recommended to drink this tea for two weeks, then take a break for a week and repeat the reception for another two weeks.
   
   
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8. Chamomile and mint
   These herbs have anti-inflammatory properties and improve liver function. Bring to a boil 200 ml of water and add a teaspoon of a mixture of herbs, let it brew for 15 minutes and strain. It is recommended to drink 100 ml of decoction twice a day in the morning and evening.
9. avocado
   Avocados contain the amino acids, fiber and antioxidants necessary for our body. This contributes to the elimination of toxins that accumulate in our body. Also, these fruits contain glutathione – a compound necessary for the liver to eliminate toxins. Contained in avocado omega-3 fatty acids help reduce the level of LDL-cholesterol in the blood and reduce inflammatory processes.
   
   
   
   
10. kuraga
    Regular consumption of dried apricots and other foods rich in vitamin E protects the liver from diseases. Chinese scientists analyzed the statistics of the incidence of liver pathologies. As it turned out, in those regions of the country where dried apricots are included in the diet of people, the percentage of chronic liver diseases is much lower than average. Most likely, the reason for this phenomenon lies in the ability of vitamin E, contained in large quantities in dried apricots, to enhance the processes of regeneration of liver tissue. Four fruits a day is enough to get all the nutrients and not harm the body.
    
    
11. turmeric
    If you make a habit of adding a pinch of turmeric to each dish, you will significantly improve the condition of your liver. Turmeric affects digestion and acts as an enzyme, as well as protecting the liver from toxins. You can also add turmeric to the drink. To prepare a latte with turmeric, take half a teaspoon of ground turmeric, half a teaspoon of honey, a pinch of red pepper, ginger root measuring 2 x 2 cm, 240 ml of milk.
    
    Mix all seasonings - turmeric, pepper, ginger and honey, pour warm milk and insist for a few minutes. The latte is ready for use!
    
    
    
    
    
12. Apples
    For good liver function, it is important to eat apples daily - both raw and baked. They are an indispensable food and are ideal for cleansing the liver. Apples contain large amounts of pectin, a soluble fiber that cleanses the digestive system by removing toxins that accumulate in the intestines and liver.
    
    Eating apples reduces blood levels of bad cholesterol (called LDL-cholesterol). Thanks to them, our liver becomes easier to process.
    
    
13. Olive oil
    Contains vitamin E - the main antioxidant. It protects the body from the effects of free radicals - substances formed under the influence of sunlight, cigarette smoke, air pollution and radiation. It is with these harmful substances that our liver is forced to fight.

Favorite liver products It is recommended to use in the complex. Each of them brings its own benefits to the liver, often unique. Therefore, the more products from this list you eat, the better.

5 main vitamins for the liver To the liver works well and does not strain, make sure that your diet has enough vitamins for the liver.

1. Vitamin A
   It is found in all red and orange fruits. Carrots, beets, apricots, Bulgarian pepper, pumpkin are especially rich in carotene.
   
   
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2. Vitamin E
   It's in cereals, vegetable oil, fish.
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3. Omega-3 fatty acids
   They are rich in fatty fish such as herring, trout or mackerel.
   
   
   
4. Riboflavin (vitamin B2)
   It's a lot in peaches, pears, beets and spinach.
   
   
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5. Lipoic acid
   It can be found in dairy products, spinach, beef. Lipoic acid also has a number of other names. In medicine, terms such as thioctic, or alpha-lipoic, acid, vitamin N are used.

Few people know that the highest content of omega-3 fatty acids useful for the liver is not fish, but flaxseed oil, the properties of which we wrote not so long ago.

We also wrote about the unique diet of Albina Dzhanabaeva. The singer told how with the help of flaxseed oil she manages to maintain her beauty and slim figure.