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Liver Detox Homeopathy

The liver is the largest glandular organ in the human body. Its main functions are to help break down fats during digestion, to store energy in the form of sugars, to make new proteins, and to remove toxins from the body. When the liver has too many toxins, you can experience fatigue, problems with your metabolism, and problems processing fats. Some people are born with weak livers while others develop liver problems due to environmental toxins or over-consumption of alcohol. Keeping the liver cleansed can make all the difference in your health and well-being.

  1. Dietary Changes

    • One of the main ways to keep your liver healthy is to eat a healthy diet. Creating a diet based on raw foods, as opposed to refined and processed foods is the first step to better liver health. Add more fresh fruits and steamed vegetables to your daily intake. Reduce the amount of animal proteins and fats you eat. Also, drink more water and minimize the amount of alcoholic and caffeinated beverages you have each week. All of this gives your liver a break.

    Herbs

    • Milk thistle is the best supplement to take if you want to cleanse your liver. This herb can both cleanse the liver and rebuild its cells. The liver is one of the only organs that can regenerate itself. To use it, take a standardized extract that is 80 percent silymarin for at least 30 days. Make sure to consult with a doctor first. Some patients have a bad reaction to milk thistle due to its estrogenic properties. Dandelion is another good cleansing herb.

    Homeopathy

    • Homeopathy is among one of the gentlest remedies for any ailment. It uses a more holistic approach to illness. Instead of only treating the symptom, homeopathic doctors ask questions about the person's emotional, mental and physical states. The doctor uses the information to combine a unique blend of herbs in a diluted liquid for you. Common herbs to protect and heal the liver are: arjun or Terminalia arjuna), yarrow or Achillea millefolium, tetterword or Chelidonium majus, and white bryony or Bryonia alba. The dosage is usually taken underneath the tongue three or four times a day.

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