Kudzu root contains many flavonoids, of which the most prominent are puerarin, daidzein and daidzin. These compounds have been shown to have strong antioxidant activity and help reduce oxidative stress in liver cells.
Polyphenols from kudzu root have the ability to activate endogenous enzymes such as superoxide dismutase (SOD), glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px) to help neutralize free radicals, thereby protecting liver cells from damage caused by oxidants.
Nutrition research organizations believe that reducing oxidative stress and inflammation is a key factor for the liver to function more effectively in detoxification.
Moreover, another comprehensive study also showed that arrowroot extract modulates the gut microbiome - an important factor affecting lipid and toxic metabolism in the liver.
Good microbial balance helps reduce the burden of toxins entering the liver from the intestines - a factor proven in many studies on non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).
The World Health Organization (WHO) emphasizes that the liver must filter hundreds of xenobiotic substances every day, and long-term oxidative stress is the fundamental cause of liver function decline when facing a diet high in saturated fat, alcohol and environmental pollution.
Supplementing antioxidants from polyphenol-rich foods is considered a safe nutritional strategy to reduce the oxidative burden on the liver.
Kudzu root mainly contains antioxidant isoflavones – identified through in vitro and in vivo studies, which help increase glutathione reserves, reduce malondialdehyde (oxidative stress marker) and protect liver cell membranes from damage.
You can cook soup or make tapioca starch with warm water, drink lightly in the morning to support hydration and provide antioxidants.
Combine arrowroot with green vegetables and fruits rich in vitamin C (which helps regenerate glutathione) to optimize antioxidant reactions.
Limit arrowroot from being used too thick or with too much sugar, as refined sugar can cause metabolic stress and damage the liver.
People with severe liver disease, high liver enzymes or who are taking medication should consult a doctor before using it regularly.
