Skip to main content

Posts

Showing posts with the label Health

Blueberries and Cranberries naturally cleanse the liver

Blueberries and cranberries contain a category of antioxidants called anthocyanins. Beyond giving the berries their distinct colors, these antioxidants have been connected to several liver health benefits. Eating blueberries and cranberries daily for 3-4 weeks has been shown to protect the liver by preventing the development of lesions, scar tissue, and fibrosis. Blueberries in particular increase immune cell response as well as antioxidant enzymes. Blueberry extract also inhibits the growth of liver cancer cells in test tube studies, but more research in humans is necessary. Coffee & Tea Naturally Cleanse The Liver

Grapefruit Naturally Cleanse the Liver

Grapefruit is great for the liver due to its antioxidants. The two main antioxidants in grapefruit are  naringenin  and  naringin , which help reduce inflammation and protect liver cells. They also seem to prevent the g rowth of excessive connective tissue and decrease the amount of stored fat in the liver. Interestingly, naringin has been shown in rat studies to improve the liver’s ability to metabolize alcohol and counteract some of alcohol’s negative effects. Next time you’re about to party, eat some grapefruit as a snack before doing shots and potentially save yourself the debilitating hangover. Your liver will thank you for it. Coffee & Tea Naturally Cleanse the liver

Coffee & Tea Naturally Cleanse the Liver

 Coffee & Tea Coffee has been shown to  protect the liver from disease , even if you already have liver issues. Coffee lowers the risk of cirrhosis and liver  cancer  as well as reduces damaging inflammation. Researchers think it works because of its ability to prevent the buildup of fat cells, one of the markers of liver disease. The strongest benefits are seen in people who drink at least three cups a day, so don’t listen to anyone who says you have a problem. Studies show that green tea consumption is also linked to better liver health, but you may need to drink 5-10 cups per day. Who has that much time to run to the restroom? Still, skip the concentrated green tea supplements, because too much can actually have a  damaging effect  on the liver. Black tea seems to help reverse the effects of a high fat diet. Long story short – enjoy as much tea of any variety as you would like each day, but check in with your doc if that amount ex...