Have you ever seen "mild fatty liver" or "elevated aminotransferases" in your physical examination report but didn't particularly care about it?

You may think that these indicators are not a big problem in life at this stage, but in fact, the health of the liver can deteriorate dramatically under some conditions, and even breed more dangerous diseases.

I've been working in the hospital for many years, and I've seen all kinds of people with liver disease, including fatty liver, cirrhosis, and liver cancer.

Some of them usually do not pay attention to the maintenance of the liver, and do not come to the doctor until the symptoms are obvious, but miss the opportunity for early intervention.

For people with poor liver, diet should be an important means of maintaining liver function, regardless of whether they are being treated or not.

What many people don't know is that some seemingly ordinary foods in life have a great protective effect on the liver.

Antioxidant-rich vegetables

Detoxification is one of the important responsibilities of the liver, and if it is overburdened for a long time, such as the accumulation of toxins in the diet, or the invasion of chemicals in the environment, the liver cells will gradually be damaged.

At this time, vegetables rich in antioxidants can be said to be the "guardians" of the liver.

A middle-aged white-collar patient had no regular three meals a day because of long-term overtime, and during the physical examination, the aminotransferases exceeded the normal range.

I advised him to add antioxidant-rich leafy greens such as broccoli, kale, and spinach to his diet, and after a few months, his liver function gradually returned to normal.

Green leafy vegetables are rich in polyphenols and chlorophyll, which have a good effect on scavenging free radicals, which are important causes of liver cell aging and damage.

The unique isothiocyanate in broccoli has the ability to activate type II detoxification enzymes in the body, helping to metabolize harmful substances faster.

In addition, the dietary fiber contained in green leafy vegetables can optimize the intestinal flora, reduce the production of harmful metabolites, and thus lighten the burden on the liver.

For people with poor livers, getting a plate of green leafy vegetables a day can not only help restore the vitality of liver cells, but also enhance the overall detoxification function of the liver.

Nuts rich in unsaturated fatty acids

The liver is the "chemical factory" of the human body, fat metabolism is one of its important tasks, if you consume too much saturated fatty acids, such as animal oil and high-fat foods, the metabolic pressure of the liver will increase significantly, and it is easy to form fatty liver over time.

Unsaturated fatty acids have a significant effect, that is, they can effectively reduce the accumulation of fat in the liver and help accelerate the decomposition and metabolism of fat.

A young IT practitioner had a liver function test showing high triglyceride levels because he had been eating takeout for a long time.

He began to eat a small handful of walnuts every day, replacing some of his usual snacks with them, and after three months, the symptoms of fatty liver disease improved significantly.

Nuts such as walnuts and almonds are "bonanzas" of unsaturated fatty acids, especially omega-3 fatty acids, which can help liver fat metabolism tend to be benign and reduce the inflammatory response of liver cells.

In addition, vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant in nuts, helping to repair liver cell damage and prevent fibrosis.

Studies have shown that people who consume nuts in moderation every day tend to have better liver function indicators than those who do not eat nuts at all, but it should be noted that nuts are higher in calories, and the amount of nuts consumed should be controlled to a small handful (about 30 grams) per day, otherwise it will be counterproductive.

Selenium-rich foods

Selenium is only a trace element, but it is essential for liver health, as it is involved in the synthesis of glutathione peroxidase, which protects liver cells from the threat of oxidative damage.

A patient with hepatitis incorporates selenium-rich foods such as Brazil nuts and eggs into his daily diet during physical conditioning.

By the time of the re-examination, compared with those who did not take additional selenium supplements, his liver function recovery rate was much faster.

Patients with chronic liver disease are prone to develop liver fibrosis and even cirrhosis due to long-term inflammatory stimulation, and selenium can effectively reduce the activity of inflammatory factors by enhancing antioxidant capacity, thereby delaying the process of liver lesions.

The amount of selenium in eggs is very appropriate, there is no problem of too much or too little, and it is also rich in high-quality protein, which is urgently needed for liver cell regeneration.

Brazil nuts are a natural "selenium storehouse", and the amount of selenium in each piece can meet the needs of the human body for a day, but it should be noted that the intake of selenium should be moderate, and excessive amounts will cause adverse effects on the body.

Herbs rich in phytochemicals

Many people think that only medicine can help the liver detoxify, but in fact, some natural herbal ingredients in life are also very helpful in liver detoxification.

A retired teacher whose liver function has been affected by years of medication suggests that he drink some dandelion tea every day and add a small amount of turmeric powder to his diet.

After a while, his liver function improved significantly, and the tiredness in his body also subsided.

Dandelion mile contains a lot of flavonoids and chlorogenic acid, which can stimulate bile secretion, help the liver quickly eliminate toxins, and also reduce inflammation.

The curcumin in turmeric has a powerful anti-inflammatory effect and also inhibits the accumulation of fat in the liver.

The advantage of herbal ingredients is that they have few side effects and are suitable for long-term consumption, but they also need to be controlled in quantity, such as turmeric powder should not exceed one teaspoon per day, otherwise it may cause stomach irritation.

For those who are taking liver medications, herbal ingredients can be used as a safe adjunct option.

The human liver is like a "stuffy gourd", even if there is a problem with the function, it is not easy to announce it with great fanfare, but once the disease develops in a bad direction, the subsequent impact will be great.

Although these four types of foods may seem ordinary, their protective effect on the liver cannot be ignored, and through a reasonable diet, we can reduce the burden on the liver, promote its repair and regeneration, and make it better serve our health.

If your liver is already underwhelming, you may want to start with these foods to make your daily diet a key step in maintaining liver function.

The above content is for reference only, if you feel unwell, please consult a professional doctor in time

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