updated on 07/2024
Summer is an ideal time to focus on liver care because the liver is the most important organ for body detoxification. Liver function can be compromised due to improper diet, lack of physical activity, and exposure to environmental toxins. Signs of liver stress include changes in bowel habits, abdominal bloating, skin rashes, fatigue, and brain fog. The abundance of fresh, nutrient-rich fruits and vegetables available during summer, combined with increased opportunities for outdoor activities, make it the perfect season to implement dietary, lifestyle, and supplement modifications. These changes can help restore optimal liver health and overall well-being.
Balance Your Meal Plan
Aim for an anti-inflammatory meal plan that is kind to your liver. This summer, incorporate more antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables (like berries, beets, carrots, and sprouts), lean proteins (such as chicken, turkey, and small fish), healthy fats (including avocado, eggs, and walnuts), and fiber-dense carbohydrates. (okra, and chia seeds)
Recipe Highlight: Green Monster Smoothie
Stay Active
Regular exercise helps burn fat (such as triglycerides) for energy and prevents the accumulation of liver fat. Aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise five days a week. Summer activities like swimming, hiking, and biking are perfect ways to stay active.
Check Your Household Items
Household toxins can impact liver health. The Environmental Working Group’s databases offer amazing tools to help you determine if your household products are as toxin-free as possible. Check your cosmetics, cleaning products, personal care products, and even food and water for harmful substances.
Supplements We Recommend
NAC (N-acetyl cysteine): Known for its detoxification effects and liver protection.*
Take 1 capsule twice daily or as recommended by your healthcare provider.
Advanced TUDCA (Tauroursodeoxycholic acid): Helps stimulate healthy bile drainage and liver detoxification.*
Take 1 capsule with dinner or as recommended by your healthcare provider.
Milk Thistle: A powerful antioxidant that aids in liver healing.*
Take 1 capsule twice daily or as recommended by your healthcare provider.
Get Tested
The best way to determine the status of your liver health is through proper testing. Connect with a member of our integrative practitioners to get screened and develop a liver-healthy plan tailored to your lifestyle. Call our office to find out more: 212-989-9828.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to treat or cure any disease.
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