LIVER is the largest organ in our body responsible for many important functions and the most important one being DETOXIFICATION. Along with this LIVER performs many other functions including metabolizing fats, carbohydrates, and proteins, balancing hormones, and aiding digestion.
Following Foods helps in are considered LIVER Foods as they help in detoxification:
- Cruciferous Veggies – Contain phytonutrients, carotenoids, and flavonoids that help neutralize toxins. Examples – Cauliflower, Cabbage, Brussel Sprouts, Broccoli
- Leafy greens – contain trace minerals & chlorophyll which neutralizes heavy metals, toxic chemicals, and pesticides. Examples – Spinach, Mustard Fenugreek, Kale, Bok choy etc.
- Bitter Veggies – Naturally good for Liver Detoxification. Examples – Garlic, Ginger, Radish, Onion, Capsicum, Bitter Gourd.
- Citrus Fruits – Contain citric acid, potassium, vitamin C and bioflavonoids. These nutrients help improve energy levels, alkalize the body, enhance liver detoxification. Examples – Lemon. Amla, Orange, Grapefruit etc.
- Sulphur Rich Foods – Reduces Oxidative Stress & boosts Glutathione levels (master antioxidant). Examples – Fish, Poultry, Onion & Garlic, Cruciferous Veggies
- Vitamin C Rich Foods – Help in boosting Glutathione Levels. Examples – Citrus Fruits, Papaya, Capsicum, Kale, Strawberries.
- Selenium Rich Foods – Help in boosting Glutathione Levels. Examples – beef, chicken, fish, organ meats, Cottage cheese, Brazil nuts & brown rice
- Herbs – Help in reducing Inflammation. Examples- Turmeric, Milk thistle, Dandelion, Ginger, Cilantro.
- Beets are high in antioxidants and nutrients such as folate, pectin, betaines, and betaine. Beets naturally help to cleanse the blood. They improve enzymatic activity and stimulate bile flow.
- Berries – blueberries and cranberries, are packed with powerful nutrients. Berries contain vitamins, minerals, and antioxidant phytonutrients (antioxidant, anticarcinogenic, and anti-inflammatory compounds)
