Liver Cleansing Foods
Your liver is your main detoxifying organ! It is bombarded with toxins every day. The FDA has approved over 3,000 chemicals and food additives just in our food supply!What Are the Functions of the Liver?
*It is responsible for the production of bile which is stored in the gallbladder and released when required for the digestion of fats.
*The liver stores glucose in the form of glycogen which is converted back to glucose again when needed for energy.
*It also plays an important role in the metabolism of protein and fats. It stores the vitamins A, D, K, B12 and folate and synthesizes blood clotting factors.
*Another important role is as a detoxifier, breaking down or transforming substances like ammonia, metabolic waste, drugs, alcohol and chemicals, so that they can be excreted.
So many functions! That is why it is so important to make sure it is working properly. Why not add some foods to your diet to help your liver out?!?!
Please contact me if you would like help cleaning up your diet! To schedule a consultation please call: 712.790.5883 Thank you!
Copyright, 2013, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutrition and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.
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