LOOK AFTER YOUR LIVER { t ips } The liver is the largest internal organ, and its job is to filter blood from the digestive system before it travels around the body. Your liver is one of the organs responsible for detoxification, removing toxins from the blood and processing nutrients. While the liver is best known for filtering out toxins such as alcohol, it also helps the body to clean out excess hormones. By looking after your liver, you can help to improve the elimination of excess hormones and support healthy hormone balance.
It’s important to look after your liver, and these are some simple habits that may help do this and maintain a healthy hormone balance.
CUT BACK ON THE BOOZE Alcohol affects our health in many ways, not least of all, it has the potential to damage or destroy liver cells. If avoiding alcohol altogether is not a viable option for you, try to be mindful of how much alcohol you consume, and how often. If drinking, make sure to drink plenty of water to reduce the immediate pressure on the liver.
REDUCE YOUR EXPOSURE TO TOXINS Since the liver’s main job is to filter toxins out of the body, it makes sense that cutting down exposure to toxins will support a healthy liver. Avoid smoking (even secondhand smoke), choose natural cleaners and beauty products wherever possible, and opt for whole foods over packaged varieties.
MAINTAIN A HEALTHYWEIGHT Carrying excess weight puts a lot of pressure on your liver, and for those who are overweight or obese, there is an increased risk of developing non- alcoholic fatty liver disease.
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