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Vitamins That Cleanse the Liver

Liver detoxification is a very complex process. The process is achieved in four stages: the filtration of blood, the formation of bile, and Phase 1 and Phase 2 reactions. Each stage requires certain vitamins and minerals for liver detoxification to function properly.

  1. Vitamins C and B Complex

    • Vitamins C and B complex are water-soluble vitamins that are necessary for proper Phase 1 detoxification.

    Lipotropic Nutrients

    • Choline, betaine and methionine are "liver boosters" because they assist in the overall detoxification process and they are essential for Phase 2.

    Calcium, Magnesium and Zinc

    • Calcium, magnesium and zinc are minerals required for Phase 1 detoxification.

    Alpha Lipoic Acid

    • Alpha lipoic acid, or ALA, is a universal antioxidant that has been shown to be beneficial for overall liver health.

    Vitmain E and Selenium

    • Vitamin E and selenium are antioxidants that can help protect against the free radicals that are produced during the entire detoxification process.

    Lycopene

    • Lycopene acts as an antioxidant to help defend against the free radicals that are produced throughout the detoxification process that can subsequently affect the immune system. It's also been shown to help prevent certain forms of liver cancer.

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