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LIVER , GALLBLADDER AND PANCREAS

Cirrhosis, Diabetes, Gall Bladder Disease, Gall Stones, Hepatitis, Jaundice, Liver Disease,

 Pancreatitis, Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Exhaustion and Failure

 

LIVER

The liver is the father of all organs being the largest organ and having more jobs to do in the body than all other organs apart from the brain. It is located in the upper right-hand portion of the abdominal cavity, beneath the diaphragm and on top of the stomach, right kidney and intestines. It usually weighs about 3 pounds and is responsible for processes which deal with substances that enter the body and substances that are filtered, stored and excreted.

There are two distinct sources that supply blood to the liver:

Oxygenated blood flows in from the hepatic artery.
Nutrient-rich blood flows in from the hepatic portal vein.

The hepatic artery carries blood from the aorta, whereas the portal vein carries blood containing digested nutrients from the entire gastrointestinal tract and also from the spleen and pancreas. These blood vessels subdivide into capillaries, which then lead to a lobule. Each lobule is made up of millions of hepatic cells which are the basic metabolic cells. Lobules are the functional units of the liver

The liver holds about 13 percent of the body's blood supply at any given moment.

It consists of two main lobes, both of which are made up of thousands of lobules. These lobules are connected to small ducts that connect with larger ducts to ultimately form the hepatic duct. The hepatic duct transports bile produced by the liver cells to the gallbladder and duodenum (the first part of the small intestine).

The liver regulates most chemical levels in the blood and excretes a product called bile, which helps to break down fats, preparing them for further digestion and absorption.

All of the blood leaving the stomach and intestines passes through the liver. The liver processes this blood and breaks down the nutrients and drugs in the blood into forms that are easier to use for the rest of the body.

The liver's highly specialized tissues regulate a wide variety of high-volume biochemical reactions, including the synthesis and breakdown of small and complex molecules, many of which are necessary for normal vital functions.

When the liver has broken down harmful substances, they are excreted into the bile or blood.

Bile by-products enter the intestine and  leave the body in the faeces.

Blood by-products are filtered out by the kidneys and leave the body in the form of urine.

 

The bile produced in the liver is collected in bile canaliculi, which merge to form bile ducts. The intrahepatic ducts eventually drain into the right and left hepatic ducts, which merge to form the common hepatic duct. The cystic duct from the gallbladder joins with the common hepatic duct to form the common bile duct. Bile either drains directly into the duodenum via the common bile duct, or is temporarily stored in the gallbladder via the cystic duct. The common bile duct and the pancreatic duct enter the second part of the duodenum together at the ampulla of vater.

 

Every month the liver replaces itself using the food ingested.

If it is not provided with the correct nutrients or overworked by consuming too many toxins and chemicals including drugs and alcohol it will begin to malfunction. This can cause raised cholesterol levels, poor skin, nails and hair due to toxin build up and digestion problems. It is worth looking at changing the diet when any of these symptoms appear as it is more often than not the cause. If left unchecked nutritional imbalance and over toxicity can lead to liver damage, cirrhosis and jaundice and malfunctions of the following processes.

More than 500 vital functions have been identified with the liver including the following: production of bile, which helps carry away waste and break down fats in the small intestine during digestion absorption of vitamin K production of certain proteins for blood plasma production of insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1), a polypeptide protein hormone production of thrombopoietin is a glycoprotein hormone that regulates the production of platelets by the bone marrow hormone production synthesis of glucose from certain amino acids, lactate or glycerol conversion of glycogen into glucose formation of glycogen from glucose (this glycogen can later be converted back to glucose for energy) production of triglycerides (fats) production of cholesterol and special proteins to help carry fats through the body collecting LDL cholesterol from the blood and storing ready for excretion regulation of blood levels of amino acids, which form the building blocks of proteins processing of haemoglobin for use of its iron content (The liver stores iron) conversion of poisonous ammonia to urea (urea is one of the end products of protein metabolism that is excreted in the urine) clearing the blood of drugs, alcohol and other toxins and poisonous substances the breakdown of insulin and other hormones regulating blood clotting decomposition of red blood cells resisting infections by producing immune factors and removing bacteria from the blood stream storage of substances, including glucose (in the form of glycogen), vitamin A (1–2 years supply), vitamin D (1–4 months supply) vitamin B12 (1–3 years supply), vitamin K, iron and copper. Liver Disease   The liver supports almost every organ in the body and is vital for survival. Because of its strategic location and multidimensional functions, the liver is also prone to many diseases. The most common include:   Infections such as hepatitis A, B, C, D, E, alcohol damage, fatty liver, cirrhosis, cancer, drug damage (particularly by acetaminophen drugs such as paracetemol and cancer drugs). Jaundice  ( jaune=yellow)  icterus Many diseases of the liver are accompanied by jaundice caused by increased levels of bilirubin in the system. The bilirubin results from the breakup of the haemoglobin of dead red blood cells; normally, the liver removes bilirubin from the blood and excretes it through bile. There are also many paediatric liver diseases including biliary atresia, alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, alagille syndrome, progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis and Langerhans cell histiocytosis, to name but a few. Diseases that interfere with liver function will lead to derangement of these processes. However, the liver has a great capacity to regenerate and has a large reserve capacity. In most cases, the liver only produces symptoms after extensive damage.   Symptoms of Liver Damage Pale stools Dark urine occurs when bilirubin mixes with urine Jaundice (yellow skin and/or whites of the eyes) This is where bilirubin deposits in skin, causing an intense itch. Itching is the most common complaint by people who have liver failure. Often this itch cannot be relieved by drugs. Swelling of the abdomen, ankles and feet occurs because the liver fails to make albumin. Excessive fatigue occurs from a generalized loss of nutrients, minerals and vitamins. Bruising and easy bleeding are other features of liver disease. The liver makes substances which help prevent bleeding. When liver damage occurs, these substances are no longer present and severe bleeding can occur. Phyllanthus amarus herb is very effective in naturally treating liver diseases.   Raw Juice Therapy can successfully treat liver damage and jaundice. The best organic natural foods to juice are: beetroot, carrot, cranberry, cucumber, grapes, lemon, papaya, pear, spinach and tomato   Always consume foods containing carotenoids which are fat soluble, like carrots and tomatoes, with oily foods such as avocado, nut or seeds and oils, olive oil or oily fish   Passion fruit contains components which have the ability to protect the liver and help it to heal.   Milk thistle, apple cider vinegar and liquorice root all possess liver healing properties..   See below for more Nature Cures Remedies to heal the liver.   Cirrhosis  (kirrh=orange tawny 黃葛色) Cirrhosis of the liver is one of the most serious hepatic diseases. It is a condition used to denote all forms of diseases of the liver characterized by the significant loss of cells. The liver gradually contracts in size and becomes leathery and hard. The regenerative activity continues under liver cirrhosis but the progressive loss of liver cells exceeds cell replacement. A progressive distortion of the vascular system also takes place which interferes with the portal flow of blood through the liver. The further degeneration of the liver function and structure may ultimately lead to hepatic failure and consequently death. The early stage of liver cirrhosis is characterized by symptoms such as gas and indigestion with occasional nausea and vomiting. There may also be loss of weight and abdominal pain. The patient develops a low grade fever in the advanced stage. He also has distended veins in the abdomen, jaundiced skin and bad breath. There may also be an appearance of reddish hair like markings on the face, arms, neck and trunks. There may be excessive bleeding from the stomach and the abdomen also becomes swollen and bloated. The main cause of liver cirrhosis is the excessive consumption of alcohol for a long period. If the person does not abstain from alcohol the disease can progress to an end stage of liver failure. Other causes of liver cirrhosis include drug treatments for fever, syphilis and other diseases, excessive intake of highly seasoned foods; habitual intake of quinine for long period and also a toxic condition of the system. Nature Cures Cirrhosis of the liver The treatment for liver cirrhosis should first commence by putting the patient on a complete bed rest and complete abstinence from alcohol, coffee, sugar, spices, medication, oils and fats in any form. A juice fast and the daily liver cleanser should be taken first thing in the morning.    See below for Nature Cures Remedies to heal the liver   Hepatitis (causes inflammation of the liver) Hepatitis A is one of five known viruses that cause inflammation of the liver (the others are B, C, D and E). The vast majority of people recover from the infection within six months without any serious health problems. The best way to speed up recovery is to abstain from anything that can tax the liver, cleanse it daily and consume high nutrition meals plus try raw juice therapy to give the liver a rest from digesting protein. Alcohol, smoking tobacco, sugar, animal fats and toxins from medications and chemical household products and cosmetics all add the the weakening and taxation of the liver. The incubation period of hepatitis A is about 30 (15-50) days and is a self-limiting infection. Acute symptoms are usually mild to moderate. It is spread by faecal-oral contamination and close personal contact. The incubation period of hepatitis B is approximately 90 (21-180) days. The severity of the chronic symptoms range from moderate to severe. It is commonly transferred through blood (the virus can live up to two weeks outside of the body), blood products, sexual intercourse or close personal contact. About 10 percent of those infected are carriers with no symptoms. About five to 10 percent of those infected suffer from chronic hepatitis development. The incubation period of hepatitis C is 20-90 days. The symptoms are moderate to severe and become chronic in more than 50 percent of those infected. It is transmitted the same way as hepatitis B. Infected persons may not show symptoms. Hepatitis D only occurs along with hepatitis B co-infection and has an incubation period of 30-50 days and the symptoms range from moderate to severe. Because it is linked to hepatitis B, it can become chronic. See hepatitis B for transmission.   Common symptoms of hepatitis Anxiety, Arthritis, Blurred Vision, Chills, Dark Urine, Decline in sex drive, Depression, Dizziness, Dry Skin, Excessive Bleeding, Excessive gas, Fatigue, Fever, Flu like symptoms, Gallstones, pain or discomfort in liver area, Hot flashes, Indigestion, Inflammation in the joints, Insomnia, Itching, Jaundice (yellowing of eyes and/or skin), Memory loss, mental confusion, Muscle aches, Nausea, Rashes/Red spots, Red palms, Sensitivity to heat or cold, Slow healing and recovery, Susceptibility to illness/flu, Water retention, Weakness.   See below for Nature Cures Remedies to treat hepatitis     GALLBLADDER This organ is a small pear-shaped muscular sack that acts as a storage tank for bile. The bile is made in the liver by liver cells and is sent through tiny ducts or canals to the duodenum (small intestine) and to the gallbladder. The gallbladder stores the bile to have it available in larger quantities for secretion when a meal is eaten. The ingestion of food and especially fats cause the release of a hormone, cholecystokinin, which in turn signals the relaxation of the valve at the end of the common bile duct which lets the bile enter the small intestine. It also signals the contraction of the gallbladder which squirts the concentrated liquid bile into the small intestine where it helps with the emulsification or breakdown of fats in the meal. Gallbladder attacks can be both very painful and frightening but there are many natural foods that can manage gallbladder disease to help prevent both surgery and the discomfort of gallbladder colic.   Symptoms of Gall Bladder Disorders Moderate to severe pain under the right side of the rib cage Pain may radiate through to the back or to the right shoulder Pain between shoulder blades Pain will often but not always follow a meal with fats or grease Pain may be worse with deep inhalation Severe upper abdominal pain (biliary colic) Nausea Queasiness Dizziness Vomiting Bloating Gas Burping or belching Bitter fluid comes up after eating Diarrhoea (or alternating from soft to watery) Constipation Frequent use of laxatives Stools light or chalky coloured Fatty stools Indigestion and heartburn after eating, especially fatty or greasy foods Feeling of fullness or food not digesting Headache over eyes, especially right Attacks are often at night Attacks often occur after overeating Attacks can last from 15 minutes to 15 hours Symptoms of a gallbladder attack are often caused by gallbladder stones. A stone may block the neck of the gallbladder or become lodged in a bile duct inhibiting the flow of bile or possibly causing a backing up of bile. However, short of causing an actual attack, stones may be present for years and never cause any symptoms at all. Biliary pain can occur in about a third of the gallstone patients (which leaves two thirds not experiencing any pain) and sometimes the gallstone symptoms are difficult to differentiate from that of dyspepsia (indigestion). The gallstones can impair the functioning of the gallbladder, however, which can result in any of the common gallbladder symptoms. Gall bladder symptoms can look and feel the same with or without stones. Therefore, all of the symptoms on listed on this page can also accompany gallstones.   Causes of Gall Bladder Disease Alcohol abuse Anaemia Chronic heartburn Frequent use of antacids Atkin's diet Hypothyroidism Hashimoto's thyroid disease Low stomach acid Food sensitivities or allergies Obesity and overweight Rapid weight loss Lack of exercise Very low calorie diets Diet high in saturated fats Diet high in refined foods and sugar Diet low in fibre and lack of vegetables Non fat diets Low fat diets Over age 40 and increase in risk as one ages Female especially those who have had children Oestrogen intake and birth control pills (oestrogen increases the concentration of cholesterol in the bile) High triglycerides, high LDL cholesterol, decreased HDL cholesterol Cholesterol lowering drugs, immunosuppressive drugs Antidepressants which slow down gallbladder contractions Constipation Diabetes Insulin Resistance Inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn's disease Ulcerative colitis Ethnicity (Pima Indians and Mexicans) Family history of gallbladder disease (heredity) See below for Nature Cures Remedies to heal an inflamed gall bladder   Gallstones Are derived from the bile and consist mainly of calcium, cholesterol, or bilirubin and can be smaller than a grain of sand or larger than a golf ball. As gallstones travel through the bile duct they may block the duct that transports bile from the liver to the small intestine. When this occurs the gallbladder can become backed up. Pain results from built up pressure or inflammation. The build up of bile or passage of gallstones along the bile duct can also result in liver or pancreas inflammation. High cholesterol and high fat diet can cause gallstones to form as can a low daily intake of fibre. Maintaining a normal body weight prevents gallstones forming. Losing weight too rapidly often causes gallstones to form. Cholesterol levels can be lowered naturally with a diet of plenty of fibre, fruit, vegetables, herbs and spices and gentle daily stretching exercises. Cutting out stressful situations can also lower cholesterol. Pregnancy, obesity, diabetes, liver disease, a sedentary lifestyle, sudden and extreme weight loss and certain forms of anaemia can all increase the risk of gallstones. People who are overweight and lose and gain weight repeatedly are more susceptible to gallstones, as are women who have had two or more children. Lack of exercise is a significant contributor to the development of gallstones. Inactivity can account for more than half of the risk of developing gallstones. Women are twice as likely as men to develop gallstones, although the reasons are unclear. And people older than 60 years of age have a greater risk of gallstones. Other risk factors include a family history of gallstones and taking hormones, such as birth control pills or oestrogen.   Phyllanthus amarus herb is very effective in naturally treating gall stones. Natural foods containing caprylic acid such as coconut oil, cow's milk, goat's milk, pomegranate seed oil and palm oil can help to dissolve gall stones.   Gall Stone Flush  (liver flush와 같다.) 1. For the first five days, take four glasses of apple juice every day or eat four or five apples, whichever is desired. Apple juice softens the gallstones. During the five days, eat normally. 2. On the sixth day fast but drink plenty of water and apple juice. 3. At 6pm take a teaspoon of Epsom salts (magnesium sulphate) with a glass of warm water. 4. At 8pm repeat the same. Magnesium sulphate opens the gallbladder ducts. 5. At 10pm take half cup olive oil (or sesame oil) with half cup fresh lemon juice. Mix it well and drink. The oil lubricates the stones to ease their passage. The next morning, there will be green stones in the stools which usually float. There can be as many as 100 stones flushed out this way.   NOTE: If there is severe pain it is important to see a health practitioner immediately.   See below for more Nature Cures Remedies to dissolve and disperse gall stones.     PANCREAS The pancreas is a large gland behind the stomach and close to the duodenum; the first part of the small intestine. The pancreas secretes digestive juices, or enzymes, into the duodenum through a tube called the pancreatic duct. Pancreatic enzymes join with bile (the liquid produced in the liver and stored in the gallbladder) to digest food. The pancreas also releases the hormones insulin and glucagon into the bloodstream. These hormones help the body regulate the glucose it takes from food for energy.   The pancreas performs two important functions within the body. Exocrine pancreas The first function belongs to the exocrine pancreas. The pancreas produces digestive juices and enzymes to help digest fats and proteins. When food has been partially digested by the stomach, it is pushed into the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine). Secreting its enzymes into the duodenum helps to prevent the protein-digesting enzyme known as trypsin from eating the protein-based pancreas or its duct. Pancreatic digestive juices and enzymes are released through a small duct attached to the duodenum to mix with the food. The exocrine pancreas also produces enzymes that break down carbohydrates (amylase) and fats (lipase) as well as sodium bicarbonate which helps to neutralize the stomach acids in food. Endocrine pancreas The second function belongs to the endocrine pancreas. The pancreas produces the hormone insulin together with a variety of other hormones. Insulin helps to control the body’s blood sugar (glucose) levels. It is produced by small groups of pancreatic cells called the Islets of Langerhans, which are also known as the "islet cells". Insulin is secreted when the blood sugar is raised and it causes the muscles and other bodily tissues to take up glucose from the blood to fuel their activity. Insulin also promotes the absorption of glucose into the liver, where it is stored as glycogen for use in response to stress or exercise. If the islets of Langerhans produce too little insulin, glucose levels in the blood are raised and can result in diabetes as well as increasing the risk of a number of other problems throughout the body.   Pancreatitis Is inflammation of the pancreas and may be caused by gallstones blocking the pancreatic duct outlet, trauma, chronic alcohol use,  medications, tumours, infections and genetic abnormalities. Acute pancreatitis with upper abdominal pain that is often severe and constant over several days and may be accompanied by fever, nausea, vomiting, tachycardia and abdominal swelling. Severe cases can develop dehydration, low blood pressure, shock, organ failure and death. Chronic pancreatitis is pancreatic inflammation that does not heal, gets worse over time and results in permanent pancreatic damage; the most common cause is heavy alcohol use over years. Chronic pancreatitis has many of the same symptoms of acute, but may include diarrhoea, oily stools and weight loss. Conditions such as hereditary disorders, cystic fibrosis, autoimmune problems and other causes can result in chronic pancreatitis. Pancreatitis can often lead to more serious health conditions, including diabetes, malnutrition, kidney disorders and pancreatic cancer.   Pancreatic cancer Infects the cells of the duct and spreads into the body of the pancreas. Blood vessels and nerves which are near to the pancreas may also become involved in the spread of the cancerous cells. Risk factors include cigarette smoking, chronic pancreatitis and advanced age (over 65 years old). If left untreated, pancreatic cancer can spread to all the abdominal organs as well as other parts of the body.   Diabetes Diabetes occurs either when the pancreas stops producing insulin or the body is unable to use the insulin it produces. Both result in glucose, the body's fuel, not being absorbed by the cells and building up in the bloodstream. Insulin is needed to be present and working for this absorption into the cells to occur. See the Diabetes page for Natural Remedies to treat diabetes.   Pancreatic Exhaustion and Failure Unhealthy diets have a lot to do with pancreatic problems. Eating too many sugars such as sweets, buscuits, cookies, cakes, pastas and even breads, can cause an overload of sugar in the body. As the body breaks down these sugars it does it in such a rapid pace, it creates blood sugar imbalances, that can lead to diseases like diabetes. This rapid rise and fall process of high to low blood sugar levels due to diabetes, leads to the deterioration of the pancreas and eventually pancreatic exhaustion, which can be prevented by eating a proper diet. Because the pancreas’s main job is to regulate blood sugar, it is common for the pancreas to become exhausted for those who have diabetes. Once the pancreas has exhausted itself by working so hard to break down sugars, it will stop producing insulin hormones altogether, making it impossible for the body to break down sugar at all.   Signs & Symptoms of a Pancreatic Disorder Spots (on pancreas) Pain in the upper abdomen Yellowing of the skin and eyes (jaundice) Bloating Back pain Loss of appetite Vomiting Nausea Diarrhoea   When the first signs of pancreatic disorder are noticed the first step is to eliminate sugars, tobacco, medications, recreational drugs and alcohol from the body which all aid in deterioration of the pancreas. Changing the diet drastically to all natural foods, plenty of vegetables, legumes, whole grains, fruits, seeds, nuts, herbs and spices and cutting out meat and animal fats is vital to recover the health of the pancreas. Consuming foods rich in vitamin D and getting enough sunshine on the skin so the body can make it's own vitamin D protects the pancreas by it's ability to block the proliferation of cancerous cells. Cruciferous vegetables, red fruits and berries, especially raspberries, turmeric and cumin should become an essential part of the diet. Consuming plenty of natural foods rich in vitamin A, the vitamin B complex, vitamin C, vitamin E and carotenoids can also protect the pancreas and speed up healing of a pancreatic disorder..   See below for more Nature Cures Remedies to cleanse and heal the pancreas.       What to Avoid with Liver, Gall bladder and Pancreas Disorders Alcohol, bamboo shoots, cheese, chia seeds, coffee, fats especially animal fat, milk, peaches, prunes, nitrates and tobacco. Nitrates are used to artificially give processed meat products a deep red colour. They have been proven to cause cancer of the pancreas so processed meats should be avoided. Carcinogenic substances can occur in nuts, grains and legumes when certain fungi that grow on food produce toxins during processing and/or storage. These toxins include aflatoxins which are poisonous substances that have been shown to cause liver and pancreatic cancer. Peanuts are the worst culprits. Always ensure these foods are fresh before consuming.   Daily Gall Bladder, Liver and Pancreas Flush In the event of gallbladder discomfort, it is a good idea to cut down on food consumption for a couple of days The remedies below also help to cleanse the liver and pancreas and should be taken first in the morning unless otherwise stated. It maybe advisable to consume a small pot of low fat probiotic live yoghurt or a glass of goat's milk before taking the flushes to line the stomach if there is intestinal discomfort.   Nature Cures Remedy 1 1 x apple (juiced fresh), 1 x beetroot 홍당무(juiced fresh), olive oil  (2 tablespoons) and 1 x lemon (juiced)   Nature Cures Remedy 2 lemon (half juiced), olive oil (dessertspoon), garlic powder (1/8 teaspoon) once a day. Later in the day, finish the juice of the lemon.   Nature Cures Remedy 3 ground black seed (250g), pure honey (1 tablespoon) and black seed oil (1/2 teaspoon) mixed thoroughly with half a cup of hot water. This should be taken in the morning on an empty stomach.    Nature Cures Remedy 4 turmeric (1/2 teaspoon) daily can dissolve as many as 80% of gallstones. Turmeric has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and improves the solubility of bile, making bile and its compounds, including those that form gallstones, easier to dissolve.    Nature Cures Remedy 5 oregon grape enhances blood flow to the liver and increases bile production. It can be combined with dandelion and milk thistle in a tea. This blend is even more effective when mixed with herbs such as chamomile, marshmallow and slippery elm. This mixture will also help decrease gallbladder inflammation.   Nature Cures Remedy 6 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg simmered in a glass of goat's milk and drunk before bed everyday. Honey can be added if desired.    Nature Cures Remedy 7 milk thistle (trim the sharp edges off young milk thistle leaves) and mix them with dandelion greens and steam like spinach or eat them raw. These herbs can also be taken as tea or tincture. Milk thistle contains silymarin, a flavonoid believed to cure gallstones. Silymarin helps the gallbladder with the production of bile, which helps breaks down the components in the gallbladder than can lead to gallstones. Substances in milk thistle are also believed to also aid in liver function, which is directly related to gallbladder function. Dandelion greens contains taraxacin that also stimulates bile production. And the greater volume of bile is more likely to flush out a stone. The seeds of milk thistle and the root of dandelion contain higher levels of these beneficial phytonutrients.     Daily Morning Liver Cleanser The liver is the only internal human organ capable of natural regeneration of lost tissue; as little as 25% of a liver can regenerate into a whole liver if minor damage occurs. However, eventually it will get clogged and overworked which is when food stops being digested properly and the rest of the system is affected. The following will clean it up so it can do it's job. It maybe advisable to consume a small pot of low fat prebiotic live yoghurt or a glass of goat's milk before taking the gall bladder flush to line the stomach. These ingredients together taken in a glass of warm water first thing in the morning will detoxify and clean the liver: lemon or lime juice (tablespoon), apple cider vinegar (tablespoon), pure honey (teaspoon), turmeric (pinch), cinnamon, (pinch), cayenne pepper (pinch), rosemary (pinch)     Additional Cleansers for Liver, Gall Bladder and Pancreas Alisma root can cleanse and support the liver functions. Aloe vera juice is a powerful cleaner and nourishes of the intestinal organs. To make juice from an aloe vera plant, break off a few leaves. Take a sharp knife and carefully peel the green rind from the leaves and discard. Peel off the yellow layer with a sharp knife or it can be removed by using 1 tablespoon of white vinegar and 1 cup of water. You should have about 2 tablespoons of clear aloe vera gel left. Place in a blender with a glass of orange and lemon and blend. Drink immediately. Apple cider vinegar can cleanse and purify the intestinal organs. Horny goat weed is useful to treat liver disorders. Liquorice root can treat chronic hepatitis B. Glycyrrhizin interferes with hepatitis B surface antigen and is synergistic with interferon against hepatitis A virus. It is also used at times to treat hepatitis C. Liquorice root helps protect the liver from damage due to chemotherapy. At low doses, the herb stimulates the liver to manufacture cholesterol and excrete it in bile. This can help lower serum cholesterol levels. Milk thistle tea can help to cleanse the liver of toxins and help it regenerate. Olive leaf extract has the ability to fight off viruses including hepatitis due to it's ability to interfere with the amino acid production within the virus.. Phyllanthus amarus herb is very effective in naturally treating liver, gall bladder and pancreas diseases including the hepatitis virus. Reishi mushrooms can treat hepatitis, especially in cases without severe impairment of liver function Turnips, ginger, radishes, cinnamon and turmeric clean the liver, intestinal tract and purify the blood.     LIVER SUPPORT AND FAT REMOVAL METHIONINE amaranth, beef, broccoli, brussel sprouts, cauliflower, eggs, garlic, oats, onions, peppers (red), quinoa, spirulina, tuna, wheat germ, whole grains, yoghurt THREONINE amaranth, beef, cod, eggs, lamb, organ meats, parmesan cheese, salmon, seaweed, sesame seeds, soya beans, spirulina, sunflower seeds, veal, venison ASPARTIC ACID beef, cod, egg white, halibut, nuts, oily fish, pine nuts, seaweed, sesame seeds, shellfish, soya beans, sturgeon, sunflower seeds, parsley, peanuts, spirulina, tofu, veal, venison     Treatment and Prevention of Liver Disorders Protection against toxic substances Artichoke leaf extract Milk thistle (Silymarin)   Bile creation enhancement (cholerectics) often lowers cholesterol Dandelion Artichoke leaf extract (cynara which becomes caffeic acid in stomach) Curcumin and turmeric Bile movement enhancement (cholagogues) Dandelion (enhances flow and improves bile duct inflammation, hepatitis, gallstones, jaundice) Beetroot juice Taurine (thins the bile), cysteine and methionine rich foods Liver/gallbladder flushing   Fatty Infiltration reduction Alcohol avoidance Non animal fat diet High insoluble fibre consumption Carnitine, Lysine and Methionine rich foods   Heavy metal cleansing Heavy metals such as mercury tax the liver and can be removed by consuming algae such as chlorella and spirulina. Protection from free radical damage Alpha Lipoic Acid, vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin E, selenium and zinc     Nature Cures Diet for Disorders of the Liver, Gall Bladder and Pancreas Alcohol, coffee, sugar, all drugs, meat, fish, processed and refined foods, oils and fats must be completely excluded from diet for several weeks. This includes food additives, refined white salt, white rice and white flour, biscuits, pre-packaged cereals, crisps, cakes, sweets, candies, pizza, chocolate, all cows milk products, butter, ice cream, cream, processed meats, artificial sweeteners, especially aspartame. Instead of sugar use honey, fruits, dried fruits, parsnips, sweet potato and swede to sweeten.   Only eat the following fruit and vegetables if they are organic because of the risk of pesticides, herbicides and fungicides: Apples, Bell Peppers, Celery, Cherries, Cocoa Beans, Grapes, Nectarines, Peaches, Pears, Potatoes, Red Raspberries, Spinach, Strawberries. See Dangers of Pesticides Begin with a juice fast for at least six days. Fresh juices of beetroot, grapes, papaya and lemon should be taken during this period. Fresh goat's milk up to 1.5 litres per day can also be taken during the fast with cinnamon to help cleanse the digestive tract. If desired the milk should be slightly warmed. Organic goat's milk is the best source of complete proteins for these disorders. Legumes can also provide good protein. Home made raw cottage cheese is also a good choice. To gain extra important minerals in the diet drink plenty of bottled mineral water and use only unrefined pure sea salt.   Micro Diet Sprouts The diet should consist of sprouting seeds, whole grains, nuts especially almonds and legumes. See the Micro Diet Sprouting page to find out how to grow your own using a jam jar and a daily rinse of tap water.   Whole grains amaranth, barley, brown rice, oats, psyllium husks, quinoa, rye, teff   Vegetables and Salad alfalfa, artichoke, ash gourd, ashitaba, beetroot, broccoli, brussel sprouts, cauliflower, carrots, chicory, drumstick leaves, garlic, kelp, onions, peppers (red), seaweed, squashes, radishes, tomatoes, watercress   Fruit apple, apricots, berries, citrus fruits, cranberries, grapes, lemon, lime, mango, mosambi, papaya, pears, peaches, pomegranate, tangerines, watermelon   Juices (minimum of 6 glasses of juice per day) apple, beetroot, berry, carrot, citrus fruits, cranberry juice, grape, lemon, lime, mango, mosambi, papaya, pomegranate, tomato, watermelon   Nuts almonds and walnuts     =====

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