The liver is the primary organ that helps expelling and breaking down toxins in the body. It produces bile, a detoxifying agent metabolically indispensable in breaking down fats from food. Healthy liver plays an important role in the outcome of the overall health. The proper functioning and health of the eyes, the brain, the heart, the joints and the kidneys are all dependent on healthy liver functions. If the liver functioning is impaired or even a single enzyme system is hampered then there is an impairment in overall body function and an increased metabolic stress.
There are Many Herbs That Can Help to Maintain Healthy Liver
1. Borotutu Bark
Is one of the most powerful herbs for healthy liver, especially liver Cleansing and digestive system support. It plays a promising role in combating biliary colic and jaundice. Apart from this, borotutu bark contains powerful antioxidants which are known to help protect the liver cells from severe damage.
2. Milk Thistle
Has been used since ancient times due to its remarkable role in managing the liver and gallbladder. Since ages, the powder of milk thistle has been used for liver cleansing and support. Milk thistle helps with the detoxification of poisons such as alcohol, regeneration of damaged liver tissue, stimulation of bile production and improved digestion.
3. Chanca Piedra
Is very popular amongthe indigenous people of the amazon. Chancapiedra have been used forcenturies to promote the body's natural elimination process of liver, gallbladder and kidney stones. It also stimulates the liver to purge itself of harmful toxins and foreign matters. Chancapiedra soothes the liver, increases bile production, and reduces the formation of calcified stones in the body.
4. Greater Celandine
Has been considered to be one of the most powerful liver cleansingherbs. Maurice Many herbalist used greater celandine to relieve every liver problem. Celandine stimulates enzyme production from the pancreas, helps the liver eliminate foreign particles, stimulates the production of bile, helps relieve gallbladder spasms and improves a sluggish liver.
5. Chicory Root
Is known for its vibrant blue flowers. It is also a medicinal herb known for its ability to help cleanse the liver. Many ancient physicians used chicory leaves and root to aid against a number of liver ailments including jaundice, gallbladder and liver stones, urinary stones, constipation, indigestion, depression and headaches.
6. Dandelion Root
Is a humble weed. It is a liver cleanser that has been widely used throughout the ages. Dandelion rootstimulates bile flow from the liver and it is often used by herbalists to help fight fatty liver, cirrhosis, estrogen dominance and even acne.
7. Organic Turmeric
Yellow root is a powerful liver protector and even liver cell, rejuvenator, regenerator. It also helps stimulate enzymes responsible for flushing out toxins including known carcinogens from the body. According to a research, it is found that turmeric is capable of combating the effects of carcinogens.
8. Peppermint
Is not just for fresh breath stimulation but italsoimproves bile flow and relaxes bile ducts, helping to break down fats. It also helps reduce bad cholesterol, which makes the liver's function of filtering toxins easier. Peppermint also inhibits blockages in the kidney and gallbladder and calms the stomach for optimal digestion.
DR. Vikram Chauhan, MD - AYURVEDA is an expert ayurvedic doctor based in Chandigarh, India and doing his practice in Mohali, India. He is spreading the knowledge of Ayurveda - Ancient healing treatment, not only in India but also abroad. He is the CEO and Founder of Planet Ayurveda Products, Planet Ayurveda Clinic and Krishna Herbal Company. Write at - [email protected], Contact at - +91-172-521-4030 Websites - www.planetayurveda.com, www.alwaysayurveda.com
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