A Liver Cleanse May Help Reduce These Symptoms
Proper liver function is absolutely essential for a healthy body and improved digestion. The liver processes the blood from the digestive tract, removing toxins and other impurities before the blood cycles out to the rest of the body. The liver also produces bile, which is stored in the gallbladder (which rests under the liver) and is essential for fat digestion. The two organs are jointly responsible for a well-balanced healthy body.
Any irregularity, congestion, or toxic buildup in the liver can leave you feeling far less than your best. A buildup of fats and toxins in the liver can be responsible for a whole host of symptoms that a liver cleanse may help.
You may start to notice one or more of the symptoms below if your liver becomes toxic, fibrous, fatty, or scarred. Symptoms of an unhealthy liver include:
- Running out of energy in the afternoon
- Inability to lose weight
- Mood swings
- Bursts of anger, mood disorders, or anxiety
- Bloating and gas
- Occasional headaches
- Brain fog and lack of mental clarity
- Muscle aches and stiffness
- Bad breath or body odor
- Brown spots on your skin or age spots
- Bruising easily
- Jaundice, or skin and eyes that take on a yellow color
- Dark urine
- Pale-colored stool or bloody/tar-colored stool
- Constantly itchy skin
- Abdominal pain and swelling
- Poor digestion
- Nausea
- Chronic fatigue
Another common issue is fatty liver disease, which often develops from the overindulgence or long-term use of alcohol. Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease also exists and can be brought on by certain medications, malnutrition, or other causes. One concern with fatty liver disease is that vague symptoms (generalized fatigue, weakness, nausea, confusion, impaired judgment, and loss of appetite) can build up for years before liver damage is implicated as the cause.
If you are experiencing any of these liver symptoms or disease, your liver is most likely trying to tell you something about the buildup of toxins in your body. It may even be an indication of other serious liver diseases, such as cirrhosis, hepatitis, or hemochromatosis.
What is a Liver Cleanse?
A liver cleanse is a program designed to purge and purify your liver of built-up toxins, stones, and sludge. It usually consists of eating a clean diet for a few days while taking liver-cleansing herbs — which supports the liver's detoxification processes — followed by a flush with an Epsom salt solution and six ounces of olive oil.
Another important step in keeping your liver healthy begins with what you put in your mouth. Maintaining a healthy, body-cleansing diet and exercising regularly helps keep the liver clean. Watermelon is an excellent liver-cleansing food due to its high glutathione content.
Performing a liver cleanse a few times a year greatly reduces the risk of developing unhealthy liver symptoms. Global Healing's Liver Cleanse Program is an all-natural way to rejuvenate your liver and gallbladder, a great way to feel better and gain more energy!
†Results may vary. Information and statements made are for education purposes and are not intended to replace the advice of your doctor. If you have a severe medical condition or health concern, see your physician.
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Dr. Edward Group, DC
FOUNDER | HEALER | ADVOCATEDr. Group, DC is a healer and alternative health advocate, and an industry leader and innovator in the field of natural health who is dedicated to helping others. He is a registered doctor of chiropractic (DC), a naturopathic practitioner (NP), and proud alum of Harvard Business School and MIT Sloan School of Management. Dr. Group, DC is the founder of Global Healing – a mission and vision he has shared through best-selling books and frequent media appearances. He aims to spread his message of positivity, hope, and wellness throughout the world.
