WHAT DOES THE LIVER DO?
The liver is essential for the body to eliminate toxins (i.e. alcohol), break down dietary fats, and assisting the body to absorb fat-soluble vitamins. The liver is also responsible for converting the carbohydrates that we eat into the glucose that our body needs for energy.
WHY CLEANSE YOUR LIVER?
Cleansing your liver can help to reduce issues such as headaches, weakness, fatigue, allergies, food sensitivities and poor concentration.
WHAT FOODS TO AVOID
When detoxing or cleansing your liver it is wise to avoid foods that are high in fat, carbohydrates, cholesterol and sugar, as well as avoiding alcohol. These include such foods as pasta, bread, processed foods (i.e. chips, ready-made meals etc.), lollies, soft drink etc.
WHAT FOODS TO EAT
Along with drinking plenty of water to stay hydrated, it is recommended that you eat fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as other fibre sources such as beans, nuts, and legumes. If you don't think you can live without a delicious bowl of pasta, consider trying brown or wholemeal pasta or rice instead of white grains.
To make cleansing you liver that bit easier, Food For Health have created The Liver Cleansing Muesli. The Liver Cleansing Muesli is a delicious mix or all things good for your liver & digestive system. You have lecithin which is a source of amino acids; choline & inositol and also added amino; taurine; which altogether help cleanse the liver & metabolise fat. Fibre high psyllium & essential fatty acid source; LSA (linseeds, sunflower seeds & almonds). Slippery elm and barley bran is also added to support digestive function.
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