The liver is the body's "processor", taking on the role of blood filtration, nutrient metabolism and elimination of toxins. However, the liver is very vulnerable to unhealthy living habits.
Forming good habits every day is the key to preventing dangerous diseases such as hepatitis, cirrhosis or fatty liver.
According to the American Liverpool Foundation, there are 13 simple but effective ways to protect your liver:
Maintain a reasonable weight: Being overweight and obese can easily lead to fatty liver. Scientific weight loss helps reduce fat accumulation in the liver.
Eat a balanced diet: Limit high-calorie foods, saturated fat, refined sugar. Increase green vegetables, fruits, whole grains, fish and nuts.
Drink enough water: Water helps the liver work more effectively in filtering toxins.
Exercise regularly: Physical activity helps burn excess fat and reduce triglycerides in the liver.
Avoid contact with toxic chemicals: When using spraying or detergent, open the ventilation door and wear a mask.
No-smoking: Cigarette smoke is directly harmful to liver cells.
responsible alcohol use: Drinking too much alcohol can destroy liver cells and cause cirrhosis.
Do not use drugs or illegal drugs: These substances cause serious damage to the liver.
Avoid unsafe injections: Use clean needles when tattooing, piercing or treating you.
Go to the doctor immediately upon contact with blood: The risk of contracting hepatitis B and C through the blood is very high.
Do not use personal items together: Beard grinding knives, toothbrushes can carry bacteria and viruses.
Safe sex: Helps prevent hepatitis B and C.
Follow the instructions for using drugs: Do not arbitrarily combine drugs with alcohol, and need to inform your doctor about the types of functional foods you are taking.
Vaccination against hepatitis A and B: This is the most effective preventative measure.
Note:
Alcohol is a leading cause of cirrhosis and liver cancer.
Drugs and functional foods that are used incorrectly can cause liver poisoning.
