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Those who have visited their dietitian for weight loss are familiar with liver detoxification, as it is one of the first nutritional detox practices implemented by nutrition experts.
Our liver is the warmest organ in the body, and this is because it works non-stop day and night, since it is constantly busy with metabolic functions. It would not be an exaggeration to say that it performs about 500 functions and that is why it is often called the “biochemical laboratory of the body”. In fact, part of its functions begins as a reflex reaction when it perceives food on the tongue and
especially after consuming bitter-tasting foods.

The liver's daily tasks include:
Glycogen storage, production of bile for fat digestion, removal of harmful substances that enter the bloodstream, conversion of food into energy through the breakdown of glycogen, storage of fat and sugars, vital vitamins such as B12, folic acid and minerals such as iron, zinc and copper. It also produces hormones and participates in the breakdown of aged red blood cells.
blood cells. Our brain, heart, kidneys, digestive and immune systems depend on the strength of the liver. As we understand, liver detoxification is considered essential for everyone, as
The mechanism of action of liver cells is enhanced, contributing to the renewal of the organ and, by extension, the entire organism.

But what are the best foods – substances that help in the essential renewal of the liver? The answer lies in “nature’s pharmacy” and below we will get to know 4 “allies” that effectively help in
liver cleansing.

1. Milk Thistle – Silybum marianum
Milk thistle has been used to strengthen the liver for over 2000 years. Also known as Milk Thistle, Chardon Marie, it contains flavones, antioxidants and bitter substances, quercetin, linoleic and linolenic acid. According to research in recent decades, silymarin is the main substance derived from milk thistle extract, which is responsible for the impressive therapeutic benefits on the liver.
Silymarin increases the secretion of gastric juices, thus creating the right environment for the digestion of food. It enhances the secretion of bile from the liver, resulting in good digestion of fat and reducing cholesterol. It significantly helps in the regeneration of damaged liver cells and protects them from alcohol and other toxic substances that have already entered the blood. It is often combined with artichoke to prevent the negative effects of drugs and fatty infiltration.

2. Artichoke – Cynara cardunculus
Artichoke is rich in cynarin, polyphenols, chlorogenic acid, lutein, zeaxanthin, silymarin, copper, calcium, inulin (plant fiber). Its main substance, cynarin, helps improve the functions and renew tired liver cells. It exerts a choleretic and cholagogue effect since it not only contributes significantly to the secretion of bile but also facilitates its evacuation from the gallbladder to the intestine. Frequent consumption of artichoke reduces bad LDL cholesterol and prevents the formation of gallstones. Artichoke is one of the basic foods used for the elimination of uric acid
acid (a substance that is synthesized mainly in the liver and is the end product of purine metabolism).

3. Birch – Betula
Another ally in strengthening the liver is birch, which has
anti-inflammatory, diuretic and cleansing action.These properties help the liver to reduce the increased temperature it produces due to its constant activity. It works with the liver for good body metabolism. Birch is rich in vitamin C, essential oils, tannins, flavonoids, betulin and betulinic acid which are the main healing substances of the tree. Together with artichoke it contributes to the reduction of
cholesterol and relieves the body of increased uric acid produced in the liver due to increased consumption of meat, fish, cold cuts, alcohol, and legumes.

4. Dandelion – Taraxacum officinale
Rich in polyphenols, iron, magnesium, vitamins K, B1, B2, B6, dandelion helps the liver eliminate toxins and other harmful substances. Its bitter taste enhances the reflex message that the tongue sends to the liver, through special receptors. In this way, the liver maintains an active metabolic rate and the phenomenon of “lazy liver” is avoided. Dandelion is an essential food recommended by nutritionists in detoxification programs for weight loss and the treatment of
It also has the property of eliminating accumulated toxins and dissolving the undigested mass of food caused by overeating and incompatible food combinations.

Look for detoxifying herbal combinations in our pharmacy for liver cleansing and strengthening, prepared in our specialized laboratory. The forms available are: Water-soluble tinctures, herbal capsules and dietary supplement tablets.