Tomatoes
Tomatoes are high in glutathione, which helps detoxify the liver. They contain lycopene which is an antioxidant that helps protect the body against cancer.
Beets and Carrots
Both beets and carrots are rich in glutathione. They also contain high amounts of plant-flavonoids and beta-carotene that are antioxidants that protect the body from the damaging effects of free-radicals. Eating carrots and beets can help improve the function of the liver.
Spinach
Raw spinach is high in glutathione that can help trigger the release of toxin-cleansing enzymes of the liver. You can also source your glutathione by eating green leafy vegetables.
Grapefruit
Grapefruit is a good source of glutathione. It also contains high amounts of Vitamin C. Eating grapefruit and other citruses daily can improve the production of the detoxification enzymes in the liver.
Turmeric
Turmeric is a great spice for liver detox. It contains curcumin which helps reduce inflammation in the body. It also assists the enzymes that flush out carcinogens from the liver. (Add black pepper to turmeric to increase the availability of its phytonutrients by 2,000%!)
Cabbage
Cabbage is a great source of isothiocyanates which help produce detoxifying enzymes in the liver.
Walnuts
Walnuts are not only great sources of glutathione but also the amino acid arginine and omega-3 fatty acids. Arginine supports natural liver detox, especially helpful in breaking down ammonia.
Avocado
Avocado is considered one of the healthiest foods on the planet. This super-food is full of fiber and essential fatty acids. It also helps boost the body’s ability to produce glutathione.
Brussels sprouts
Brussels sprouts contain high amounts of glucosinates and sulfur, which force the liver to release the enzymes that can block the damage caused by toxins from food and environment. The sulfur also traps free radicals and removes them as waste products through the digestive system.
Apples
Apples are rich in pectin, which is essential in cleaning the digestive tract. If you have a clean gastrointestinal tract, it will be easier for your liver to do the cleansing process.
Garlic
Garlic is high in sulfur, which as we mentioned before, traps harmful free radicals. It also contains selenium and allicin which can help in liver cleansing.
Ginger
Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties that help improve the condition of a toxic liver. Ginger also boosts your body’s natural defense system.
Dandelion
Tea made from dandelion root can help break down visceral fats and aid in the production of amino acids. Breaking down fats makes it easier for the liver to do its job of detoxification.
Leafy Green Vegetables
Eating leafy greens gives the body high amounts of chlorophyll that can help improve the production of bile. Chlorophyll also helps absorb toxins such as heavy metals, pesticides and chemicals thus decreasing the burden on the liver.
Cruciferous Vegetables
Cruciferous vegetables such as cabbage, broccoli and cauliflower can help the glucosinate production of the body which helps flush out toxins.
Asparagus
Asparagus has diuretic properties and it helps cleanse the kidneys to support a successful detox of the liver.
Green tea
Green tea contains catechins, which are a compound that has protective qualities for the liver. Green tea has also been linked to weight loss and heart health.
Extra-virgin Olive Oil
Cold-pressed olive oil can help absorb harmful toxins in the body. It also contains good fats that help boost the body’s immune system. Insist upon extra-virgin olive oil only.
Alternative Grains
Gluten-rich grains like wheat and rye put a load on the liver and do not help in the detoxification process at all. You can use alternative grains like millet, quinoa, buckwheat and brown rice so your liver isn’t overworked.
