How To Take Care Of Your Liver

Health Facts

- Sushma M Bhardwaj

Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is for educational purposes only. It does not intend to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any diseases. Get the help of a certified medical professional or a certified dietician before making any changes to your diet or exercise regimen. iver is a very sensitive organ and it is a part of our digestive system. Our digestive system is called our second brain, as the brain controls our whole body. Likewise, our digestive system controls our whole body.

It is located in the upper right-hand portion of the abdominal cavity beneath the diaphragm. It is dark reddish in color and weighs 1.4kg to 1.6kg in men and 1.2 kg to 1.4kg in women.

The liver performs more than 300 functions in the body. The primary functions are:

1) Metabolic Function – a) It converts food into energy and our body utilizes the energy for various functions of the body. b)It secretes bile and certain proteins for blood plasma c)Production of cholesterol

2) Excretory Function – It removes toxins. It secretes bile which carries away the waste products from the liver.

3) Storage function - It stores carbohydrates, proteins, and fat so that they can be utilized whenever the body needs them.