Supplements That Support the Liver

The liver plays a role in many functions of the body. Supplements can help maintain a healthy liver.

Liver Function

• The liver plays a role in digestion, protein synthesis and removal of harmful wastes from the body. An unhealthy liver can cause many problems.

Liver Diseases

• Liver diseases include hepatitis, cirrhosis, cancer and Wilson's disease.

Liver Nutrients

• Taurine and Arginine are nutrients that promote liver health. Taurine assists in detoxification and in creating bile. Arginine helps with ammonia neutralization. These nutrients are available separately, or they may be found in daily multivitamins.

Herbs

• Milk thistle is a plant that can be used to support the liver. It helps protect the liver from toxins while regenerating lost cells. Dandelion extract is another herbal supplement that can benefit the liver.

Other Supplements

• Whey protein is a supplement used to promote healthy liver function. It is used mainly by athletes, but it is beneficial to less active individuals as well. Raw liver extract is another supplement that helps the liver by assisting with cell regeneration.