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Understanding liver function, fat metabolism and detoxification
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Topic
The liver plays a key role in the functioning of the whole body. Therefore, it is good to ensure its proper nutrition.
Let’s take a look at healthy eating habits
The liver likes easily digestible foods that contain little fat. A healthy liver diet should be high in protein and rich in B-complex vitamins. The prepared meals should be fresh and varied. Do not force yourself to eat foods you do not like.
Golden Rules of Healthy Liver Diet:
When to eat?
Protein2
- the liver diet should abound in easily absorbable protein
- a good source of easily absorbable protein are poultry, fish, eggs, milk and cheeses
Fats2
- should make up not more than 30% of the liver diet
- animal sources of fats should be limited to the benefit of plant sources
- the preferred sources of fats are olive oil, sunflower oil and linseed oil
Carbohydrates2
Carbohydrates should be delivered to the body mainly in the form of vegetables and fruits.
Vegetables2
- the vegetables which should be abundant in the liver diet include beetroot, pumpkin, carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers, tomatoes, parsley, lettuce, celery
- the prohibited vegetables include pulses, broccoli, onion, cauliflower, leek, radishes
- Learn more about vegetables that are beneficial to your liver
Fruits2
- your diet may include peaches, apples, bilberries, raspberries, oranges, strawberries
- puréed or only peeled fruits are best tolerated
- Learn more about fruits that are beneficial to your liver
What to eat or drink in smaller quantities?
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