Since time immemorial, turmeric has been used to protect the liver against various insults. There are numerous studies that show that curcumin, the principle of turmeric, can eliminate harmful toxins for the liver in addition to protecting it.
WHAT IS THE LIVER AND WHAT IS IT FOR?
The liver is one of the vital organs of the body, responsible among other things for:
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metabolize nutrients. Store carbohydrates in the form of glycogen.
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Help in the metabolism of fats, essential for the control of the body's energy reserves.
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Produce bile to accompany digestion.
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Synthesize enzymes, the plasmatic proteins of inflammation.
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Filter the blood.
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Transform potentially toxic substances that the body uses, into harmless substances.
Chronic fatigue, recovery difficulties, paleness or yellowness may be signs of liver malfunction.
HOW CAN CURCUMIN HELP THE PROPER FUNCTIONING OF THE LIVER?
There are numerous studies that show that turmeric has hepatoprotective principles, as well as curcumin, its active ingredient.
The liver transforms toxic substances into soluble derivatives, which are eliminated immediately after in the urine or feces. Additionally, curcumin improves digestion by stimulating the liver and gallbladder and increases the production of pancreatic enzymes. The increase in bile production allows to accelerate the process of elimination of toxic substances.
Due to this, turmeric protects the liver from many toxic external agents, which we are often not aware of.
Curcumin helps protect liver cell damage by reducing lipid oxidation and the inflammation process.
