Guest guest Posted February 13, 2010 Report Share Posted February 13, 2010 Vitamins Essential For A Healthy Liver A healthy liver is an essential requirement for a healthy mind and body. A major reservoir and filtering agent of blood, liver helps our body stay toxic free. It also helps us have a strong immune system and cholesterol free blood. Liver impairments can be fatal and it is essential that one take care of themselves. Some vitamins that help one have a healthy liver are 1) B Vitamins are said to have great anti-oxidant properties. They help in the detoxification process and are very beneficial to the liver.2) Vitamin B12 enhances the flow of the bile that is very useful for digestion. Deficiency of vitamin B12 also leads to poor functioning of the liver.3) Lecithin helps remove fat from the liver, which hampers blood flow and normal functioning of the liver.4) Sulphur is a great means of detoxifying the liver. It is found richly in onions, garlic, fish, legumes, eggs etc. Keep these vitamins in mind and eat your way to a healthy liver. http://vitamins.ygoy.com/2008/08/11/vitamins-essential-for-a-healthy-liver/ Liver Vitamins – Vitamins That Affect Liver function, What Vitamins Are Good For liver Liver is considered to a source of strength. It considered as that part of the body which provides energy and power when ever required. Liver is a rich source of vitamins. Liver comprises of: A rich concentrated source of Vitamin A A rich source of protein content B vitamins in abundance, B12 in particular. Best source of usable folic acid It is one of the best sources of copper. Vitamins That Affect Liver Function:Liver is responsible for throwing out the harmful and toxic substances from the body. These include dead cells, fats, excess hormones, toxic substances etc. ingredients which are responsible for doing this work are: CoQ10 – promotes oxygenation of cells Alpha -Lipoic Acid – Gives anti – oxidative protection to cells Flaxseeds – boosts overall liver function Lecithin – protects liver and prevents development of fatty liver. Vitamin B12, Vitamin B, Inositol and Choline – these are responsible for liver health. Milk Thistle Extract – helps to rebuild liver Schisandra – protects liver and regeneration of liver tissues that has been damaged. What Vitamins Are Good For Liver?There are a number of vitamins that are beneficial for liver. Some of them are Milk Thristle, Globe Artichoke, Dandelion Root and Liquorice Root etc. these vitamin supplements have been used for many centuries are helpful in the overall function of liver and liver cells. Milk thristle acts as detoxifying agent. It acts as protective sheet on the liver and helps in its proper functioning. It mainly helps in treating Hepatitis and gall bladder disorders. Globe Artichoke protects the liver and stimulates the growth of new cells.Liquorice Root is used to prevent liver toxicity. http://vitamins.ygoy.com/2009/07/17/liver-vitamins-%e2%80%93-vitamins-that-affect-liver-function-what-vitamins-are-good-for-liver/ Vitamins For Liver Damage After Hepatitis If you have Hepatitis C, Vitamins A, D, E and K can worsen your liver disease. Hepatitis C patients should not take Vitamin K supplements and also avoid Vitamin D doses which are greater than 2000 IU. If Vitamin D is taken in high doses, it can make the blood thin, so they should also not take more than 400 IU. Hence, it is necessary to avoid these vitamins in high doses when you have Hepatitis C. Vitamins For Hepatitis: Many Hepatitis C patients use vitamins and other alternative treatments. High doses of some vitamins along with other vitamins can worsen the liver disease. The best way to get vitamins and minerals is through food. A multivitamin supplement can be beneficial if you are unable to eat a healthy diet or when you lose your appetite. In hepatitis C, you can take vitamins but can not exceed the limit of doses. Some vitamins in excess quantity can be dangerous, particularly fat soluble Vitamin A, D, E and K. http://vitamins.ygoy.com/2010/02/11/vitamins-for-liver-damage-after-hepatitis/ This, and much more information about vitamins, minerals, and various suppliments may be found in the group links library, FOLDERS 007: http://health.dir./group/ /links/ - See also FOLDERS 006G - 006J for info on diet. - See also FOLDERS 006K - 006M for info on herbs and drug interactions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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