Unlock Holistic Detox: Embrace Your In-Built Filter to Purge Poisons Naturally
Week 3 – This week more habit changing secrets and The Liver!
Welcome to Week 3 of our detox journey—focused on the liver! Over the years, I unknowingly burdened my body with toxins. Have you done the same? Our bodies are resilient, and with simple yet powerful changes, we can support healing. Let’s explore how to cleanse, restore, and nourish your liver!
Reaching for the pot of gold is the point.
Not actually getting to it.
WEEK 3: The Liver
Your Body’s Detox Superhero
The liver is an extraordinary organ that plays a vital role in your body’s healing and detoxification processes. Acting as your body’s main filtration system, it converts toxins into waste products, cleanses the blood, and metabolises nutrients to produce essential proteins. Maintaining a healthy liver is crucial for your overall well-being, and managing overindulgence is key to keeping it functioning at its best.
How the Liver Detoxifies Your Body
Understanding the Two Phases of Detox
The liver detoxifies in two essential phases:
- Phase I: Enzymes break down toxins into smaller, more manageable compounds.
- Phase II: These compounds are processed further and prepared for elimination through bile or urine.
Supporting these phases requires proper hydration, a diet rich in antioxidants, and adequate nutrients like B vitamins, glutathione precursors, and amino acids.
Everyday Choices to Support Liver Health
Small Adjustments, Big Benefits
Simple lifestyle changes can have a profound impact on liver health:
- Stay active and maintain a healthy weight to lower the risk of fatty liver disease.
- Incorporate liver-supporting foods such as leafy greens, citrus fruits, turmeric, and garlic.
- Limit processed foods, alcohol, and excess sugar to reduce the strain on your liver.
The Liver’s Incredible Ability to Heal
Repairing from Within
The liver’s ability to regenerate is remarkable. Its primary cells, hepatocytes, can divide and replace damaged tissue, provided they’re supported by the right nutrients and growth factors. This regenerative capability allows the liver to recover from injuries and continue performing its critical functions.
Alcohol and Liver Recovery
What to Expect
The liver begins recovering from alcohol consumption within a few days of abstinence, depending on the amount and duration of use. However, chronic or excessive consumption may lead to more severe damage, requiring weeks, months, or even longer to heal. For personalised advice, especially if there are concerns about liver health, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.
A short break is sometimes all you need.
ACTIONS FOR CHANGE!
- Take at least 4 days a week off alcohol. Of course, giving it up all together has a far more profound effect on your overall health and vitality.
- Skip out on deep fried and processed fats (trans fats, palm oil and seed oil).
- Ensure you are consuming Vit C in your diet, ideally from wholefoods rather than supplements.
Next Week: The Kidneys.
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This 7 week journey was co-created with my beloved Ocean. You can read more from her by following her on Substack, just click here: https://oceanstone.substack.com
