IsYour Liver Making You Look Fat – Part 2
Last month we talked about how amazing the liver is and how it functions in the body.
This time we’re going to explore how to take the best care of your liver so it can help keep you energized, looking your best and feeling great!
How does the detoxification process work
Detoxification programs have become buzz words in terms of health. But in
actuality, your body goes through a detox program on a daily basis. And it happens
primarily at night when you’re sleeping. Detoxification systems in the body can be
summarized in 3 phases and the process is highly nutrient driven. If at any point
during these phases, the liver doesn’t get the nutrients it needs to do its job
properly, these phases are shut down and the toxic substances can be reabsorbed
into the body. These toxins become stored in tissues such as fat (and can stimulate
the production of fat cells), the brain and nervous system.
How do you know if your liver needs more support
When I was in nutrition school, I read a book by Michio Kushi called, The Body Never Lies I have found through my own personal experience and the experiences of my clients, that this is true. The body will always tell you what it needs, when it needs it! There are blood tests that you can take to measure the level of toxins in your blood. An easier way to tell if your liver needs support is to look at your body and notice any symptoms that your body presents. Common symptoms include headaches, fatigue, and muscular aches and pains. There are also other symptoms to consider:
• Immunological toxicity may be a factor in the development of asthma, allergies,
skin disorders, chronic infections, and cancer.
• Neurological toxicity affects cognition, mood, and overall mental functioning.
• Endocrine toxicity affects reproduction, menstruation, libido, metabolic rate,
stress tolerance, glucose regulation, and more.
You can use self assessment tools like this one to see if a nutritional liver support
program would be beneficial to you: Toxicity Self Test.
What do you need to do to support your liver
Just as there are many factors that contribute to the development of disease, there are just as many factors that go into healing. Supporting your liver so that it works optimally is a holistic endeavor. Here are a few things that you can do to help ensure peak liver function:
Minimize toxins in your diet:
o Avoid foods high in fat, additives and preservatives
o Eat organically grown vegetables, fruits and grains
o Drink plenty of water
Minimize toxins in your environment:
o Use an effective air purification system
o Wear protective clothing and/or apparatus when working with toxic materials
o Replace furnace and air conditioning filters regularly
Minimize toxins in your thoughts:
o Focus on what is going well in your life
o Practice gratitude
o Meditate
If you are experiencing some of the symptoms mentioned above and they are either frequent and/or severe, click here to download the Toxicity Self Test and find out more about the Nutrisults Detox Support program.
References:
http://www.shape.com/weight-loss/weight-loss-strategies/weight-loss-secret-youve-never-heard
http://www.wellnessresources.com/weight/articles/unclog_your_liver_lose_your_abdominal_fat_leptin_diet_weight_loss_challenge/
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Mishra H. Keller
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