Foods that Protect the Liver

In the absence or loss of function of the liver, its functions can be maintained for a short time with dialysis. But in the long-term absence of liver function, there is no way to compensate.

Dr. Fevzi Özgönül said, 'The liver, which is one of the largest organs, has vital tasks such as absorbing vitamins and minerals taken with food and cleaning harmful substances in the body.

Regular use of alcohol and consumption of excessively fatty foods can lead to liver diseases such as fatty liver, hepatitis and cirrhosis. The first step in liver health should be a balanced diet program in which the foods consumed are carefully selected. The right foods clean and protect the liver with their antioxidant effects.

So What Are These Foods?

Garlic: By activating liver enzymes, it supports the excretion of toxins from the body. It provides liver detoxification with its allicin content, which is a sulfur-based substance.

Red Beet and Carrot: Both contain beta-carotene and improve liver function. Beetroot plays a role in the cleansing of heavy metals from the body.

Apple: It contains high fiber and supports the excretion of toxins in the digestive system. Thus, it facilitates the liver.

Broccoli and Cauliflower: It provides strong detoxification with its sulfur content and supports the liver in the process of excretion of anrogen substances and toxin with its Glucosinolate content.

Artichoke: It supports enzyme production. It supports liver cell repair and prevents lubrication.

Turmeric: It strengthens the liver and facilitates the digestion of fats.

Ginger: In research published in the World Journal of Sagtroenterology in 2011, it was revealed that ginger protects and treats fatty liver.

Dark green leafy vegetables: Dark leafy vegetables such as spinach, arugula, cress and chard have the ability to absorb environmental toxins accumulated in the body, thanks to their high chlorophyll content. Likewise, they support the liver against heavy metals and chemicals.