Why is the liver important?
Your Miraculous Liver
The liver is a miraculous organ in your body that performs hundreds of functions 24/7. It’s your silent partner, keeping you going without you even knowing it.
It’s relatively low maintenance, but that doesn’t mean you should ignore it.
Your liver is the largest and most complex internal organ in your body.
Where is the liver?
The liver is located on the right side of the body, tucked up under the ribs for protection.
It’s the size of a football, weighing in at around 3 pounds.
The liver is responsible for routinely executing hundreds of daily life-sustaining body functions. It acts as the body’s personal chemical power plant.
A substance that allows the body to digest fats, vitamins, and nutrients.
Helps stop cuts from bleeding forever. Without these, a simple paper cut could mean an ER visit!
Protects you from infections and helps you get well when you do get sick.
Controls hormone function throughout the body for optimal health.
Clears away and excretes toxins like drugs, alcohol, and poisonous substances.
Gives you energy by producing carbohydrates and converting glucose into glycogen, which is stored in muscles. Acts as a storage center for nutrients, vitamins, and carbohydrates.
These are just some of the key functions of your liver. In reality the liver performs 100+ activities daily.
How can I help my liver?
You can think of your liver as your silent partner.
However, your liver can only protect you, if you protect it.
Contrary to popular belief, the liver is not invincible. It is susceptible to hepatitis viruses, and liver cell scarring or death.
The liver is a non complainer, so it often won’t show signs or symptoms of distress until the damage is far advanced.
Find out how to protect your liver, your health, and your life.
Your liver is the largest and most complex internal organ in your body.
Obesity, fatty liver, early onset diabetes, atherosclerosis leading to heart attacks and strokes, high cholesterol, and drug & alcohol abuse are all liver related and preventable.
Without a healthy, and functioning liver, even the simplest daily activities would be nearly impossible.