Learn More About Liver Health
The liver is our most important detoxifying organ. It is masterful at identifying toxins and neutralizing them so that they can be safely excreted from the body. Toxins include chemicals, food additives, alcohol, caffeine, and medications to name a few. The liver is also responsible for detoxing our hormones and end-products of metabolism. It also stores glucose for energy production and produces bile to help us break down and digest fatty foods.
Symptoms of Liver congestion:
- Fatigue, insomnia
- Headaches
- Poor memory
- Acne
- Hormonal imbalances
- Cracked heels, dry skin
- Low vitamin d levels
- Weight gain around the mid section
- Nausea and/or abdominal pain caused by a build-up of toxins in the body
Prolonged strain on the liver can lead to liver damage, which reduces liver function and perpetuates the cycle of toxicity in the body.
Lifestyle Changes
- Drink more water, even minor dehydration will limit your body’s ability to get rid of toxins
- Address constipation so toxins don’t recirculate
- Increase fibre in the diet
- Address digestion and gut issue
- Clean up your diet, avoid sugar and trans fats
- Increase your mineral rich foods
- Limit caffeine and alcohol
- Manage stress
- Avoid chemical products in personal care, soaps and cleaning products
- Get adequate sleep
