Why Use A Liver Tonic

How will I benefit from taking a liver tonic?

Your liver is the most important organ in your body. One of its major roles includes filtering and cleansing your blood, and with the huge amounts of toxic chemicals that are released into our environment every year, it’s never been more important to look after this hard-working organ. If your liver becomes overloaded and is not functioning at an optimal level, you are more likely to develop a range of health problems.

This vital organ is not only designed to clean your blood, it is the energy factory of your body.

Being proactive about your liver health is easier than you think. Choosing to take a liver tonic regularly will support your liver to break down and eliminate the many pollutants and toxins we are exposed to on a regular basis, as well as reducing the risk of damage to this powerful organ.

A good liver tonic should include:

St Mary’s Thistle: Acts as an elixir for your liver and is one of the most potent detoxifying herbs. St Mary’s thistle strengthens the liver cell walls, protecting them from invading toxins, and supports liver regeneration. One of its biggest strengths is its ability to cleanse the body of environmental toxins.
B-group Vitamins: These vitamins are essential for the production of energy and metabolism in the liver and many people with liver problems feel excessively tired. As the liver is the metabolic factory of the body, optimal function is essential for you to feel constantly energised. Many individuals who have high stress levels are lacking in B vitamins which increases their risk of liver damage.

Taurine: Is called the detoxifying amino acid and is continually required by the liver. Taurine is essential for bile production which is needed to eliminate toxins from the body. Bile aids fat digestion and excretes excessive cholesterol from the body.
Selenium: Is a vital mineral for good liver function by reducing liver inflammation and liver damage. It improves phase 2 detoxification pathways in the liver and is required for the production of glutathione. Glutathione is the body’s most potent antioxidant and many conditions we associate with aging and disease have been linked to low glutathione levels.
Turmeric: Is a plant found in the ginger family. The active component of turmeric is curcumin; a powerful antioxidant and liver protector. Turmeric elevates levels of glutathione in the body and may improve the function of the gallbladder and digestive system.

It’s essential to take a liver tonic if you:

Smoke cigarettes
Regularly consume sugar, fast foods, chemical food additives or highly processed foods
Are regularly exposed to engine fumes, smog, crowded dirty places, water chlorination, fluoride, heavy metals etc
Use a microwave to heat up your food

Are over 40 years of age
Drink soft drinks and/or energy drinks
Are exposed to toxic chemicals and pollutants such as insecticides, aerosol sprays, hair dyes, nail polish, etc
Don’t drink enough water
Have a diet lacking in antioxidants