According to Narayana Health, pears are one of the recommended fruits in the diet for people with fatty liver and liver detoxification.
Why can pears help detoxify the liver?
The liver is the main organ that plays the role of filtering out toxins, metabolizing fat and maintaining endolope balance. When the liver is overloaded due to a diet high in fat, sugar, alcohol or a sedentary lifestyle the risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) increases. Supplementing fruits with purifying effects such as pears will help reduce the burden on the liver.
Pears have the following outstanding characteristics:
Rich in water (more than 80%): Helps the body maintain moisture, supports the process of excreting toxins through urine.
pectin: Eliminate excess cholesterol and toxins in the intestines, reduce pressure on the liver.
Low in sugar, low in calories: Suitable for people who need to control their weight and blood sugar - two factors directly related to liver health.
Natural antioxidants: Pears contain vitamin C, flavonoids and polyphenols that help reduce inflammation and protect liver cells from free radical damage.
Support digestion: Increased bowel movements, reduced constipation - an indirect factor affecting liver function.
How to use pears to support healthy liver
Eat fresh every day: 1 pear in the morning or mid-afternoon helps add water and fiber.
Combined in salad: Sliced leaves with green vegetables, walnuts and olive oil - ideal recipe for people with fatty liver.
Make pear juice: Drinking a glass of unsweetened pear juice in the morning helps stimulate the digestive system and purify the body.
Pear stew with herbs: Steamed pear or stewed with ginger, red apples is a traditional dish that helps soothe the liver and boost immunity.
Notes when using pears
Do not eat too much: Although good for the liver, eating too much pear can cause a cold stomach or diarrhea.
Choose naturally ripe pears: Avoid chemically treated or long-term preserved pears.
Combined with a healthy diet: Pears only work when accompanied by a diet low in bad fats, lots of green vegetables and regular exercise.
Do not replace medication: Pears are a supportive food, not a substitute for medical treatments.
