There are two phases of liver detoxification, and each requires vitamins, proteins and minerals to work effectively. In Phase 1, enzymes called Cytochromes add an oxygen molecule to the toxin, which prepares it to enter Phase 2. This is called oxidation, and it actually makes the toxin MORE harmful to the body. It’s a “take one step back to take two steps forward” type of process. In Phase 2, we deactivate the toxin through a process called conjugation. This neutralizes the toxin so that it can be excreted safely by the colon or bladder.
In some people, one phase or both phases of liver detoxification are sluggish. This is especially damaging when Phase 1 is working more quickly than Phase 2 because we get a build-up of oxidized toxins that are harmful to the body. Sluggish liver detoxification can be caused by genetic deficiencies, nutrients missing from the diet, or a high toxic burden from alcohol, medication use, or exposures to toxins in the environment1.
Most of us are bombarded with more toxins than we realize. Think about how many toxins your liver deals with solely from your morning routine:
- Shampoo
- Shaving cream
- Face wash
- Moisturizers
- Toothpaste
- Deodorant
Each one of these products absorbs through the skin and has to be detoxed.
Then you drink a coffee (caffeine) and have a bowl of cereal (food additive), adding even more work to the liver’s busy morning. Your liver is already overwhelmed before you have even left the house!
LIV-GREAT provides the liver with daily support!
- Protects the liver from damage by preventing toxins from binding to liver tissue3.
- Boosts Phase 1 detoxification, resulting in improved liver markers on lab testing3.
- Antioxidant that heals and protects the liver from damage caused by oxidation3.
- Increases levels of glutathione in the liver, which is one of the most important factors in Phase 2 detoxification4.
- Significantly improves the function of liver resulting in improved liver enzyme parameters on lab testing4.
- Antioxidant that heals and protects the liver from damage caused by oxidation5.
- Enhances liver function through boosting Phase 2 detoxification6.
- Antioxidant that heals and protects the liver from damage caused by oxidation6.
- DL is an easily absorbed and biologically active form of the nutrient.
- Source of sulphur required for Phase 2 detoxification.
- Reduces fat accumulation in liver cells to support a healthy structure of the liver, thereby improving liver function7.
- Improves cholesterol and helps to balance blood sugar levels8.
- Protects liver cells from damage through its antioxidant activity9.
- Improves liver function by boosting liver enzyme activity and improving detoxification pathways9.
- Increases the flow of bile from the liver, which promotes the elimination of toxins and lowers cholesterol10.
- Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant to heal the liver and protect it from damage10,11.
- Supports Phase 2 detoxification by increasing the activity of our most important detoxifier, glutathione12.
- Boosts Phase 2 detoxification through increasing liver enzyme function and glutathione activity13.
- Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant to heal the liver and protect it from damage14.
- Assists with proliferation of liver cells, helping it to heal from damage15.
- Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity that heals and protect the liver from damage16.
Each Capsule Contains
Milk Thistle Seed (Silybum marianum) 20:1 Extract - 50% Silymarin(QCE 4g) 200mg
N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine200mg
DL-Alpha Lipoic Acid100mg
Garlic Bulb (Allium sativum) 4:1 Extract(QCE 200mg) 50mg
Artichoke Leaf (Cynara scolymus) 4:1 Extract(QCE 200mg) 50mg
Dandelion Root (Taraxacum officinale) 4:1 Extract(QCE 200mg) 50mg
Selenium (Selenomethionine)100mcg
Curcumin (Curcuma longa - rhizome)100mg
Phyllanthus amarus - whole plant, 8:1 Extract(QCE 600 mg) 75mg
Non-Medicinal Ingredients: Vegetable Capsule Shell (Hypromellose), Oryza sativa (Rice) hull powder, dicalcium phosphate
Priority Allergens: None
Healthology does not use genetically modified ingredients. All ingredients are NON-GMO / GMO FREE.
Recommended Dose: Adults: Take 1 capsule with water in the morning with a meal and 1 capsule with water in the evening with a meal.
Duration Of Use: As a liver protectant and for liver function: Use for at least 3 weeks to see beneficial effects. Consult a health care practitioner for use beyond 8 weeks.
Do not use this product if you are taking antibiotics, nitroglycerin, or have a bile duct obstruction. Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you have kidney stones, gallstones, liver or gall bladder diseases, intestinal obstruction, stomach ulcers, excess stomach acid, diabetes, are taking blood thinners, antiplatelet medication, protease inhibitors, hypoglycemic medications, or have a history of non-melanoma skin cancer. Consult a health care practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen.
Stop use if hypersensitivity / allergy occurs. Stop use and consult a health care practitioner if you experience sweating, paleness, chills, headache, dizziness and/or confusion as these may be a symptom of serious low blood sugar.
Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breast-feeding, have had recent surgery or have upcoming surgery. Keep out of reach of children.
- Drink more water: After the liver neutralizes toxins they are eliminated from the body through the bowels and bladder. Even minor dehydration will limit your body’s ability to get rid of toxins. Aim to drink at least 2 litres of water daily, and more if you’re active or in a warm climate.
- Support Elimination: When we’re constipated, toxins can be reabsorbed from the bowel, adding to the toxic burden in the body. We should have at least one fully evacuated bowel movement daily. Increasing fibre in the diet, drinking plenty of water, and being active are great first steps to support bowel health.
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Healthy nutrition: The liver requires vitamins, minerals, proteins and other nutrients that we get from food to function optimally. Foods also contain antioxidants that heal damage caused by Phase 1 oxidation. Top liver supportive foods include:
- Cruciferous veggies: brussels sprouts, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, kale
- Foods containing sulphur: eggs, garlic, onions
- Protein-rich foods: meat, fish, beans, chickpeas
- Mineral-rich foods: nuts, seeds, dark leafy greens, beans
- Antioxidants: berries, beets, spinach, artichoke, dark chocolate
- Limit caffeine and alcohol: Caffeine and alcohol are detoxified by the liver and add to its workload.
- Use natural products: Transition to natural and scent-free cleaning products and personal care products. This can be a gradual change over time, as you run out of items try to replace them with more natural products. Top chemicals to avoid are phthalates, synthetic fragrances, and parabens.
The liver is the body’s most important detoxifier. It is continually working to neutralize toxins so they can be safely eliminated from the body. The overall burden of toxicity on the body may be higher than we think, due to chemicals in our products, food additives, alcohol and medication use. If the liver can’t keep up, we experience symptoms of fatigue, acne, hormonal imbalance, and brain fog, and it can eventually lead to liver damage.
LIV-GREAT improves liver function by supporting both Phase 1 and 2 detoxification pathways. It provides anti-inflammatory and antioxidant support to heal and protect the liver from damage caused by toxins and promotes regeneration of healthy liver cells. LIV-GREAT helps your liver keep up with the daily demands of neutralizing toxins. A healthy liver means lower toxicity in the body and improved overall health.
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- Khoshbaten M, Aliasgarzadeh A, Masnadi K, et al. N-acetylcysteine improves liver function in patients with non-alcoholic Fatty liver disease. Hepat Mon. 2010;10(1):12–1.
- Mokhtari V, Afsharian P, Shahhoseini M, Kalantar SM, Moini A. A Review on Various Uses of N-Acetyl Cysteine. Cell J. 2017;19(1):11–17.
- Bustamante J, Lodge JK, Marcocci L, Tritschler HJ, Packer L, Rihn BH. Alpha-lipoic acid in liver metabolism and disease. Free Radic Biol Med. 1998;24(6):1023–1039.
- Qamar A, Usmani A, Waqar H, Siddiqui A, Kumar H. Ameliorating effect of Allium Sativum on high-fat diet induced fatty liver in albino rats. Pak J Med Sci. 2016;32(2):403–407.
- Ried K, Toben C, Fakler P. Effect of garlic on serum lipids: an updated meta-analysis. Nutr Rev. 2013;71(5):282–299.
- Colak E, Ustuner MC, Tekin N, et al. The hepatocurative effects of Cynara scolymus L. leaf extract on carbon tetrachloride-induced oxidative stress and hepatic injury in rats. Springerplus. 2016;5:216.
- Choi UK, Lee OH, Yim JH, et al. Hypolipidemic and antioxidant effects of dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) root and leaf on cholesterol-fed rabbits. Int J Mol Sci. 2010;11(1):67–78.
- You Y, Yoo S, Yoon HG, Park J, Lee YH, Kim S, Oh KT, Lee J, Cho HY, Jun W. In vitro and in vivo hepatoprotective effects of the aqueous extract from Taraxacum officinale (dandelion) root against alcohol-induced oxidative stress. Food Chem Toxicol. 2010;48:1632–1637.
- Bermingham EN, Hesketh JE, Sinclair BR, Koolaard JP, Roy NC. Selenium-enriched foods are more effective at increasing glutathione peroxidase (GPx) activity compared with selenomethionine: a meta-analysis. Nutrients. 2014;6(10):4002–4031.
- Muhammad I, Wang H, Sun X, et al. Dual Role of Dietary Curcumin Through Attenuating AFB1-Induced Oxidative Stress and Liver Injury via Modulating Liver Phase-I and Phase-II Enzymes Involved in AFB1Bioactivation and Detoxification. Front Pharmacol. 2018;9:554.
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SYMPTOMS OF A SLUGGISH LIVER
When the liver isn’t able to keep up with our detox demands, we may experience:
- Fatigue
- Headaches
- Poor memory
- Acne
- Hormonal imbalances
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain cause by build-up of toxins
Prolonged strain on the liver can lead to liver damage, which reduces liver function and perpetuates the cycle of toxicity in the body.
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, personal care products, caffeine and medications. 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.
SOLUTION
LIV-GREAT provides the liver with daily support by:
- Boosting its detox capacity
- Protecting it from damage
- Support both phase 1 and phase 2 liver detoxification
- Promotes bile production to eliminate toxins
- Powerful antioxidants to protect and heal the liver from damage
GLUTEN FREE
VEGAN
NON GMO
CANADIAN
Dr. Hilary’s Lifestyle Tips To Improve
Drink more water: After the liver neutralizes toxins they are eliminated from the body through the bowels and bladder. Even minor dehydration will limit your body’s ability to get rid of toxins. Aim to drink at least 2 litres of water daily, and more if you’re active or in a warm climate.
Support Elimination: When we’re constipated, toxins can be reabsorbed from the bowel, adding to the toxic burden in the body. We should have at least one fully evacuated bowel movement daily. Increasing fibre in the diet, drinking plenty of water, and being active are great first steps to support bowel health.
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