Foods that are good for the liver that you may not know about

Many foods that are very good for the liver are common and found in most kitchens. You might not know about them, say Spanish nutritionists who have published a list of such foods on the pages of La Gaceta.

The liver is one of the organs that performs most of the functions in our body. It is responsible for freeing the blood from harmful substances, controls the processes of using sugar and iron in the body. The state of the liver and its functions are harmed by bad habits associated with abuse, inactivity, and unhealthy food.

"There are foods that are very useful for the liver that you may not know about. They help to improve the work of the most important organ," experts said.

Lemon. Provides the body with vitamin C, which contributes to the proper functioning of the liver, facilitates its functioning. Lemon juice contains a large amount of concentrated vitamin C, rich in antioxidants that reduce inflammation, remove free radicals, and improve the body's ability to process glucose.

Garlic. It has anti-inflammatory properties that help regulate and improve liver function. Saturated with allicin, a substance that activates the cleansing of the liver itself from unwanted components and potential toxins. Nutritionists recommend eating crushed vegetables.

Apple. Due to the high content of fiber, apples (especially green ones) also contribute to detoxification of the liver and improve its work. The low content contains a lot of vitamin C, which acts as an antioxidant that protects the cells of the body from external damage.

Chickpea. A diet rich in legumes improves the health of the liver, stimulating the release of substances harmful to it. Specifically, chickpeas contribute to the formation of amino acids that affect the formation of enzymes that participate in the metabolism of liver cleansing.

Cucumber. Thanks to the large amount of water and mineral salts, they contribute to the hydration of the body and the elimination of toxins with urine. In addition, they act as a laxative, which additionally gives a detox effect.

Cabbage. According to research published in the journal Hepatology, the indole component contained in cabbage effectively reduces the amount of fat in its cells and has a specific effect on the intestines, which reduces the likelihood of inflammation.

Broccoli helps to neutralize elements harmful to the liver (alcohol, drugs) that negatively affect its functioning.