The liver is a very hardworking organ, as it filters the blood of harmful toxins and chemicals, absorbs essential nutrients, and aids in the production of bile. However, it could get sick, and when it does, the person could fall prey to diseases like hepatitis, cirrhosis and liver cancer. The use of dietary supplements (also called health supplements), are often recommended for maintaining or improving liver health (Source: medicinenet.com).
Let's discuss a few of the recommended natural supplements for a healthy liver.
Let's discuss a few of the recommended natural supplements for a healthy liver.
Asian Ginseng
Used in Chinese traditional medicine for thousands of years, Asian ginseng refers to both American and Asian or Korean variants, and is believed to aid in enhancing the immune system, and help fight infection and disease. A number of studies have indicated that ginseng increases the number of immune cells in the blood, and improve the immune system's response to a flu vaccine. Ginseng not only boosts the immune system, but also improves mental and physical performance, heart health, and fights stress, erectile dysfunction, certain cancers, Alzheimer’s disease, type-2 diabetes and more. (Source: University of Maryland Medical Center)
Used in Chinese traditional medicine for thousands of years, Asian ginseng refers to both American and Asian or Korean variants, and is believed to aid in enhancing the immune system, and help fight infection and disease. A number of studies have indicated that ginseng increases the number of immune cells in the blood, and improve the immune system's response to a flu vaccine. Ginseng not only boosts the immune system, but also improves mental and physical performance, heart health, and fights stress, erectile dysfunction, certain cancers, Alzheimer’s disease, type-2 diabetes and more. (Source: University of Maryland Medical Center)
Goldenrod
For centuries, goldenrod has been used for treating wounds, as well as a diuretic. Although no full laboratory studies have yet been conducted on its effect on humans, millions of people have used it for treating liver enlargement, hemorrhoids, internal bleeding, arthritis, asthma, gout, and inflammation of the throat and mouth. Goldenrod is also used to flush out kidney stones, as well as treat diseases of the urinary tract.
For centuries, goldenrod has been used for treating wounds, as well as a diuretic. Although no full laboratory studies have yet been conducted on its effect on humans, millions of people have used it for treating liver enlargement, hemorrhoids, internal bleeding, arthritis, asthma, gout, and inflammation of the throat and mouth. Goldenrod is also used to flush out kidney stones, as well as treat diseases of the urinary tract.
Green Tea
Green tea has been cultivated for centuries in places like China and India. This tea is widely consumed all over the world, and is considered the most widely consumed beverage in the planet. Green tea has three major varieties, green, oolong and black. Green tea comes from un-fermented leaves, and contains the highest levels of powerful antioxidants that are called “polyphenols”. This type of antioxidant fights free radicals that are responsible for damaging DNA, and the compounds in the body that change cells. Free radicals also contribute to a wide array of health problems, from cancer to heart disease. Green tea is also used as a stimulant, and as an astringent that controls bleeding and heals wounds. It also improves mental and physical performance, and regulates body temperature and blood sugar.
The liver often requires large amounts of nutrients and energy, for it to effectively function. If the liver is overtaken by harmful chemicals and toxins, the essential nutrients can become depleted, thus the liver will function improperly, resulting in the onset of numerous infections and diseases. The good thing is that the loss of nutrients can be prevented, by taking natural supplements and methods. (Source: The Environmental Illness Resource).
Photo credits:
"Bottles of Ginseng Like Little Creatures" by storyville/ Flickr
"Green Tea " by bkajino/ Flickr
Green tea has been cultivated for centuries in places like China and India. This tea is widely consumed all over the world, and is considered the most widely consumed beverage in the planet. Green tea has three major varieties, green, oolong and black. Green tea comes from un-fermented leaves, and contains the highest levels of powerful antioxidants that are called “polyphenols”. This type of antioxidant fights free radicals that are responsible for damaging DNA, and the compounds in the body that change cells. Free radicals also contribute to a wide array of health problems, from cancer to heart disease. Green tea is also used as a stimulant, and as an astringent that controls bleeding and heals wounds. It also improves mental and physical performance, and regulates body temperature and blood sugar.
The liver often requires large amounts of nutrients and energy, for it to effectively function. If the liver is overtaken by harmful chemicals and toxins, the essential nutrients can become depleted, thus the liver will function improperly, resulting in the onset of numerous infections and diseases. The good thing is that the loss of nutrients can be prevented, by taking natural supplements and methods. (Source: The Environmental Illness Resource).
Photo credits:
"Bottles of Ginseng Like Little Creatures" by storyville/ Flickr
"Green Tea " by bkajino/ Flickr