Did You Know?
Metro — The liver is the only organ in the body that can repair and
re-grow itself after damage. The largest gland in the body, the liver is also
the busiest, responsible for performing in the neighborhood of 500 functions.
Among the
more important functions of the liver is helping the body to fight infections
by removing harmful poisons, such as alcohol.
The liver
also produces bile, which allows the body to digest fats.
A common
side effect of liver damage is a lack of energy.
That’s
because another of the liver’s responsibilities is to store carbohydrates,
allowing for a quick release of energy when necessary.
When the
liver has been damaged, however, that unique storage is not as effective,
creating feelings of lethargy that otherwise would not occur. Thanks to the
liver’s many responsibilities, taking care of the liver should be of the utmost
importance.
Adding to
that importance is the fact that there are no screenings for liver cancer,
making caring for the liver a more individual responsibility.
In addition to limiting alcohol intake, drugs
and other toxins should be avoided as well.