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Liver Cleanse Detox Diet

Your liver performs a number of important functions (including managing metabolism and digestion), so it is essential that you maintain its health. Proponents of periodic liver cleanse detox diets suggest that flushing your body of toxic elements through the use of herbs such as Barberry (also known as Berberis and documented by the US Food and Drug Administration) will alleviate fatigue and even rectify gallstones.

  1. How It Works

    • A healthy body eliminates normal everyday toxins by the liver. To enhance this, Barberry is taken orally to promote the production of bile (a fluid made by the liver which aids in digestion) and functions as a gentle laxative. While its miraculous capabilities are not necessarily substantiated, when used as directed and in moderation, harmful effects are not evident either. However, always consult your health professional before embarking on any liver cleansing detox regimen to ensure it is right for you.

    What You Do

    • To embark on a liver cleanse detox diet, restrict your daily food consumption to fruits, steamed vegetables, beans and nuts, and reduce or eliminate meat, sugar, dairy and caffeine from your meals. Purchase and include Barberry in your liver cleanse detox diet as directed on the packaging, Most commonly, Barberry is recommended for use as a liquid extract or tea, consumed 15 to 20 minutes before a meal. Most detox diets prescribe adherence for 7 to 10 days for effectiveness.

    What to Expect

    • Be sure to drink at least 10 8-oz. glasses of water a day to prevent dehydration, a common side effect of liver cleansing detox programs. This can cause headaches and general malaise. If you experience nosebleeds or vomiting, discontinue Barberry use immediately. You may feel lighter and lose some unwanted pounds as a result of your liver detox diet and your commitment to good health.

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