8 Foods That Are Good for Your Liver

8 Foods That Are Good for Your Liver
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Did you know many people have liver diseases like hepatitis C virus and hepatitis B virus? From infections, genetics, weak immune system, alcohol, and accumulating fat, there are many things that lead to liver diseases. The liver is a vitally important organ that does a variety of essential tasks, from producing proteins, storing vitamins to breaking down harmful toxins.

Therefore, it is essential to take care of your liver. Some of the ways to do that are by consuming healthy foods for the liver.

Here is a roundup of such foods that detoxify, removes fat accumulation, and improves the performance of your liver.

1. Coffee

Coffee may be good for your liver. Over the years, many studies have proven that the beverage can protect your liver from disease. In fact, some of them have concluded that coffee can help those living with liver disease. According to one study published in PubMed, drinking coffee can minimize the risk of cirrhosis, or permanent liver damage, in patients who have chronic liver disease.

The University of Naples Federico II found that coffee can lower the risk of a common type of liver cancer, and can be useful in liver disease and inflammation. Moreover, coffee can help prevent the buildup of fat and collagen on the liver.

Lisa Roth Collins
Lisa Roth Collins
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Lisa Roth Collins is a registered holistic nutritionist and also the marketing manager at NaturallySavvy.com, which first published this article.
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