The liver is the organ responsible for filtering the blood, eliminating toxins and metabolizing nutrients.However, due to a diet high in oil, alcohol, medicine or prolonged stress, the liver is easily "overloaded", leading to the accumulation of toxins.
According to nutritionists on Healthline and WebMD, vitamin C is one of the important nutrients that help support the natural liver detoxification process.
Why does vitamin C help cleanse the liver?
Vitamin C acts as a powerful antioxidant, helping to neutralize free radicals formed during the liver's metabolism of toxins. In addition, vitamin C also promotes the liver in producing glutathione - an important endogenous compound that plays a detoxifying role and protects liver cells from damage.
According to a study published in the National Library of Medicine (NIH), people who supplement enough vitamin C daily have better liver function by 20 30% compared to the deficient group. This vitamin not only helps purify the blood, reduce hepatitis but also helps reduce the risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease - a disease that is increasingly common today.
Natural sources of vitamin C
You can easily supplement vitamin C from daily foods such as:
Oranges, lemons, grapefruits, kiwis, strawberries, guava, papaya.
Green vegetables such as cauliflower, bell peppers, mustard greens, and kale.
Or use warm lemon water in the morning - a habit that helps activate the liver, supports gentle detoxification.
Notes when adding
Do not take high doses of vitamin C (>2000 mg/day) because it can cause digestive disorders or kidney stones.
People with chronic liver disease should consult a doctor before taking supplements.
Combine with a diet rich in fiber, low in saturated fat and drink enough water to increase detoxification efficiency.
Supplementing enough vitamin C not only helps the liver function better but also improves the skin, increases resistance and supports the body in fighting the natural aging process.
