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Liver Cleansing Instructions

The liver is the largest organ of the digestive system. It helps process food, but it also removes wastes and byproducts of the digestive process. The liver is extremely important for good health, and if the liver does not function properly, the body can succumb to diseases such as infections, cysts and cirrhosis. Keeping the liver clean is important. Cleaning the liver involves techniques that are effective in removing wastes and debris

  1. Take Herbs

    • Many herbs clean the liver effectively. Milk thistle, burdock root, turmeric and dandelion are among the herbs suggested in "The Liver Herbs" on the Gay Men's Health Crisis website. These herbs clean the liver in a few different ways. Milk thistle strengthens liver functions, burdock root is an anti-oxidant, and ginger protects the liver. It is best to use only one herb at a time to prevent any contraindications. See an herbalist for advice on which herb to use and how much to take for your particular problem.

    Drink Fluids

    • Drinking plenty of fluids daily is another way to cleanse the liver. The water flushes away harmful substances and also dilutes toxins. The main function of the liver is filtering out harmful materials, and if the body is overloaded with toxins and wastes, it may become sluggish. Cleaning the liver on a regular basis improves its cleaning ability. In the article "Water, Water, Everywhere--How Much Should You Drink? on the American Dietetic Association website, nutritionists recommend that an adult drink eight to 10 glasses of water each day or around 64 ounces.

    Eat Fiber

    • Eating healthy foods such as fruits, vegetables and whole grains improves liver function. These high-fiber foods are good for the digestive tract and keep it running. The fiber adds nutrients to the body and volume to the wastes so they can move more easily through the intestines. The colon is another cleansing organ, and keeping it clean aids the liver. According to "How Food is Digested" on the Ellies Whole Grain website, the colon reabsorbs wastes if they are not eliminated regularly. The Mayo Clinic article "Constipation" recommends eating 20 to 35 grams of fiber each day, depending on weight, height, sex and level of daily physical activity.

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