Liver Health
The liver is a vital organ in the human body, performing over 500 essential functions that are crucial for maintaining overall health. It plays a key role in digestion, detoxification, metabolism, and the regulation of various biochemical processes. Understanding liver health is essential for preventing liver diseases and ensuring the organ functions optimally.
Functions of the Liver
Detoxification: The liver filters toxins from the blood, breaking down harmful substances such as alcohol and medications.
Metabolism: It converts nutrients from food into essential substances, storing glucose for energy and regulating cholesterol levels.
Bile Production: The liver produces bile, which is necessary for digesting fats and absorbing fat-soluble vitamins.
Protein Synthesis: It synthesizes important proteins, including those involved in blood clotting and immune function.
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Fatty liver disease occurs when excess fat builds up in liver cells. It can be classified into two main types:
a) Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (AFLD): Caused by heavy alcohol consumption.
b) Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD): Not related to alcohol, often associated with obesity, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome. NAFLD has been recently renamed to Metabolic Dysfunction Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD)
Liver disease can progress through four stages:
Inflammation: The liver becomes swollen.
Fibrosis: Scar tissue begins to replace healthy tissue.
Cirrhosis: Severe scarring occurs, significantly reducing liver function.
Liver Failure: The liver can no longer perform its vital functions
Diagnosis typically involves:
Liver Function Tests: To assess how well the liver is working.
Imaging Tests: Such as ultrasounds or CT scans.
Liver Biopsy: To examine liver tissue for damage or disease
a) Recommended foods include:
Oatmeal: High in fiber, which aids digestion.
Green Tea: Contains antioxidants that may benefit liver health.
Berries and Garlic: Known for their protective properties against liver damage.
Healthy Fats: Such as olive oil and fatty fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids
b) It's advisable to limit/avoid the following food:
Highly processed foods and sugars
Saturated and trans fats
Alcohol consumption
While excessive alcohol consumption is a significant cause of liver damage, other factors include:
Poor diet and obesity
Certain medications and toxins
Viral infections (e.g., hepatitis)
Autoimmune diseases
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