The liver is one of the most important organs in the body. It performs different processes like making proteins, storing essential vitamins, minerals, and even carbohydrates. The liver breaks down toxins in the body such as alcohol, medications and natural byproducts of metabolism. So, it is very important to keep your liver always in good condition.

Eating a high-quality diet is vital for liver health. Foods rich in vitamin B, C, minerals, and glutathione-boosting foods are very essential for the liver. Here are some of the best foods to keep your liver healthy.

• Fruits – these can help to keep the liver healthy especially the citrus fruit. The Vitamin C content can prevent the fats to build-up in the liver.

• Oats – they are rich in fiber and they help to speed up a healthy liver recovery. Oats are also known as antioxidant-rich foods.

• Turmeric – has anti-inflammatory properties which may help improve some liver diseases. The spice from turmeric reduces the increase of liver enzymes.

• Coffee – helps to lower the risk of some liver disease. It has a protective effect against the development of cirrhosis that is why coffee drinkers are less likely to develop the said disease.

• Nuts – can also help to keep your liver healthy. Nuts are rich in Vitamin E and some compounds which can reduce the risk of liver disease.

• Green tea – is linked to better liver health. It can improve liver enzyme levels, cuts oxidative stress, and reduces fats in the liver.

• Tofu – helps to reduce fat buildup in your liver and it works in the liver efficiently to process fats.

The normal function of the liver is among the important ways to prevent serious health problems. Eating nutritious and right foods, doing regular exercises and living a healthy lifestyle can truly protect not just your liver but also your overall wellbeing.

NOI Kimberly Tanador, RND

References:

Foods that are Good for your Liver

https://alcoholrehabhelp.org/blog/foods-good-for-liver/

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/11-foods-for-your-liver

Diet for a healthy Liver

https://www.narayanahealth.org/blog/diet-for-a-healthy-liver-dos-and-donts/