Is it possible to detox, clean your liver?

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The article was professionally consulted by Specialist Doctor I Vo Thi Thuy Trang - Gastroenterologist, Department of Medical Examination & Internal Medicine - Vinmec Danang International Hospital.
The liver is one of the largest organs in your body. It helps to remove waste, process various nutrients and drugs. Most people think that cleansing will help the liver get rid of toxins after they drink too much alcohol or eat unhealthy foods. Some hope that a liver detox will help their liver function better. Many people also believe that this will help treat liver disease.

1. Detox, what is liver cleansing?

Liver detox, liver cleanse or liver detox are measures to remove toxins in the liver, help you lose weight or improve health. The liver is one of the largest organs in the body with many important functions and tasks, including removing waste products, handling nutrients, and various medications.
Most people think that cleansing will help the liver get rid of toxins after they drink too much alcohol or eat unhealthy food. Some hope that a liver detox will help their liver function better every day. Many people believe that this will help treat liver disease.
Like most antidotes, liver cleansing also has specific steps to follow. You may need to fast or drink only juice or other liquids for a few days during the detox. Or you may need to take a diet or herbal supplement along with dietary changes.

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2. Detox, clean liver safe or not?

There are medical treatments for liver related diseases. However, nothing shows that detox or liver cleansing methods can repair damage that occurs in the liver.
In fact, detoxification can harm your liver. Studies have found that liver damage from the use of herbs and diets is on the rise. For example, herbs extracted from green tea can cause liver damage if you have hepatitis. Or unsafe coffee filters can lead to the risk of infection and electrolyte problems, even death for the patient.
Some information you need to know about liver detox, liver cleansing:
Some companies use ingredients that can be harmful to the liver. Others may have misrepresented how they treat serious illnesses. Unpasteurized juice can put you at risk for disease, especially if you are older or have a weakened immune system. If you have kidney disease, cleansing your liver by drinking large amounts of juice can make your disease worse. If you have diabetes, be sure to consult with your doctor before you start making dietary changes. If you fast to perform detox, cleanse the liver. You may feel weak or faint, have a headache, or become dehydrated. If you have liver damage caused by hepatitis B, fasting can make the damage worse.

3. Does liver cleansing help the damaged liver to recover?


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Các chuyên gia khuyên không nên uống quá một ly mỗi ngày cho phụ nữ và hai ly mỗi ngày đối với nam giới
There is no scientific evidence that a liver cleanse removes toxins from your body or makes it healthier. You may feel better on a detox diet simply because you don't eat foods that are processed with high amounts of sugar. These foods are high in calories but low in nutrients. Detox diets can also cut out foods to which you may be allergic or sensitive, such as dairy, gluten, eggs, or peanuts.
Doctors say that a liver detox is not important for your health or how well your liver is working. There is no evidence that they help eliminate toxins after you consume too much unhealthy food or alcohol.
There is a limit to how much alcohol your liver can handle at one time. The liver has to work harder when you drink too much alcohol. Over time, this can lead to inflammation, scarring, or liver cancer.
Experts recommend no more than one drink per day for women and two per day for men. Limit alcohol consumption to 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine or one glass of wine.
The liver can heal minor damage from alcohol in a few days or weeks. More serious injuries can take months to heal. And after a long time, this damage can be permanent, irreversible. Give your liver a break by avoiding alcohol at least 2 days in a row each week.
Your overall health and genes affect the functioning of the liver. So, following a healthy diet and lifestyle can help your liver become healthier. Liver detox programs do not treat liver damage or diseases.

4. Does liver cleansing help you lose weight safely?

A few studies have linked liver cleansing with weight loss or fat loss, but the results have been modest or effective in only a few. Another study found that a low-calorie diet on a liver cleanse can lead to early weight loss, but people tend to regain the weight as soon as they go back to a regular diet.
Some lifestyle changes that can protect your body against liver-related diseases can also help you lose weight and get rid of inflammatory fats in your liver, including:
Adopt a diet Drink healthy with plenty of water, fruits and vegetables. Exercise regularly. Follow the guidelines for alcohol use.

5. How to prevent liver disease


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Lifestyle changes can help keep your liver healthy without the need for detox measures. This becomes especially important if you are at higher risk of liver disease from heavy alcohol use or have a family history of liver disease. You should:
Limit the amount of alcohol you consume Follow a balanced diet each day with 5 to 9 servings of fruits and vegetables, along with fiber from vegetables, nuts, seeds and whole grains. Protein-rich foods to support enzymes that help the body detox naturally Keep body weight at a reasonable level Exercise every day Cut down on behaviors that lead to viral hepatitis: Avoid stimulants . If using them, do not share needles or straws...Do not share razors, toothbrushes or other personal items. Tattoos with unsafe hygiene. Do not have sex indiscriminately

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Reference source: webmd.com
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