“The Worst Foods for Liver Health: Expert Advice”

2023-05-27 16:38:17

Tunisia Tribune (worst foods for the liver) – Located under the ribs, on the right, the liver is an essential organ for the proper functioning of the body. In particular, it is responsible for producing bile which promotes the digestion of fats, for storing and then distributing nutrients, for breaking down toxic substances and for synthesizing blood proteins. However, poor eating habits can clog the liver and affect its functioning. In addition to regular physical activity, certain foods should be avoided to preserve this precious organ.

The alcohol

Excessive alcohol consumption can be harmful to health and cause liver failure. “Once ingested, ethanol attacks hepatocytes, liver cells, and can, following a certain time, be responsible for jaundice (jaundice), steatosis (deposit of fat in hepatocytes) or even cirrhosis that irreversibly damages the liver. The World Health Organization recommends not consuming more than two glasses a day and not every day,” explains Maxime Mességué, dietitian-nutritionist.

Sodas and fruit juices

Sodas are very high in sugar and fruit juices in fructose. However, the liver transforms excess sugar into fat and will accumulate it, which can lead to overload and inflammation of the liver: this is called NASH, also known as soda or fatty liver disease. In the long term, the damage caused is the same as that caused by alcohol.

Refined cereals

White bread, white pasta, white rice, white flours and other processed grains are high in added sugars and low in nutrients. ” Excessive consumption will cause fat storage in the liver and may lead to complications such as NASH, steatosis even cirrhosis, says the specialist.

Foods high in saturated and trans fats

Consumed in excess, fried foods, very fatty meats and cold cuts will be stored in the liver. The hepatocytes then find themselves unable to metabolize food. Over time, this accumulation of lipids can lead to chronic inflammation of liver cells which, if left untreated, can progress to cirrhosis. “In general, all industrial products that contain too much saturated fat, added sugar and salt should be avoided,” adds Maxime Mességué.

Eat everything in moderation

“Many foods are harmful to the liver. This does not mean that they cannot be consumed, but always in moderation. To be healthy, it is said to consume 80% raw foods (fruits vegetables white meat) and 20% processed foods”, comments our interlocutor.

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