How to have a Healthier Liver by Studio Australia Barcelona

• Have your liver enzymes checked every year by your doctor.  This will empower you know the health of your live and can adapt your life style accordingly.
• Avoid alcohol or monitor your alcohol intake.  Excess abuse of alcohol can damage your liver permanently and lead to cirrhosis or scaring of the liver which can not be treated.  Drink in moderation.
• Our environment has a big impact on our liver as it is the organ that filters the heavy metals, pollution, poisons, pesticides and chemicals that we are exposed to daily.  You can reduce the stress on your liver by using natural cleaning products and natural body products, drinking filtered water and limit your exposure to know contaminants.
• Eat organic foods.  Much of the food we eat today is contaminated with pesticides, hormones, fertilizers and other drugs such as antibiotics and growth hormones that build up in our livers.  Organic food means that they are grown without any of the toxins listed above and are not genetically modified.
• Eat a well-balanced diet and this low in fat, cholesterol and salt.  Avoid fast foods, processed foods and foods containing trans fats and fructose – these are found in French fries, doughnuts, some biscuits, soda and fruit juice.  They can lead to fatty liver disease.
• Increase your intake of fruits, vegetables and foods that support the liver including green vegetables such as kale, collard greens, broccoli, cabbage, brussel sprouts and cauliflower.  Onions and garlic are also good for detoxifying the liver, as are herbs such as turmeric, cinnamon and licorice root .
• Exercise regularly.  Exercise will not only help to maintain your weight and avoid obesity it has also been proven to improve liver enzymes for better liver function.
• Eat a diet high in fibre and care for your colon.  Good digestion allows the body to process and eliminate toxins easier and takes the strain off of the liver to do all the work.
• Avoid overuse or improper doses of prescription medications and drugs as they can lead to liver damage and even liver failure.  Do not take recreational drugs.
• Don’t smoke. 
• Detox regularly.  Give your liver and other organs a rest and allow your body to self heal by following a detoxification program at least once a year and if you can do a gallbladder and liver cleanse during the process.
• Meditate.
• Drink water.  8 glasses a day.

Resources:

Detox Guide by Mandy Keillor

http://www.cncahealth.com/health-info/general/top-ways-protect-liver-health.htm

http://www.thebody.com/content/art14306.html