The liver is like a huge factory in the human body, it is the most important organ for metabolism and detoxification. It is very important to protect the liver, so these bad habits before bed need to be changed, otherwise they can cause great harm to the liver.
The Function of the Liver
1. Metabolism
2. Bile production and excretion
3. Detoxification
4. Immune function
5. Blood coagulation function
Bad Habits to be Changed
1. Using mobile phones before bed
Many people, especially young people, are heavy users of mobile phones. They are used to lying in bed and playing with their phones before sleep. They spend two or three hours playing games and the screen is always on. The more they use their phones, the harder it is for them to fall asleep, and their body functions become easily fatigued, thus damaging the liver.
2. No midnight snack after dinner
Although some people have had dinner, many of them get hungry again around 10-12 o'clock at night. With the convenience of food delivery apps, a delicious midnight snack can be delivered in no time. However, eating before bed, especially greasy food, can directly cause indigestion and burden the liver.
How to Protect the Liver
1. Drink plain water
Drink enough water every day, because water can speed up metabolism, promote intestinal detoxification, and reduce the burden on the liver.
2. Green vegetables
Green vegetables belong to the wood element and can have a soothing and strengthening effect on the liver. They can eliminate fatigue and prevent liver diseases. Common green foods include mung beans, spinach, broccoli, cucumbers, ridge gourds, celery, leeks, green peppers, shepherd's purse, and lettuce.
3. Mushroom
Spring is the season when mushrooms grow abundantly. Mushrooms are rich in nutrients, including amino acids, sterols, 5'-nucleotides, sodium glutamate, minerals, vitamins, etc.
4. Carrots
Carrots are rich in vitamin A (carotene) and are known as the number one food for liver health.
5. Goji berries and goji leaves
Goji berries polysaccharides can reduce serum alanine aminotransferase, which is beneficial for liver repair, and can also inhibit the deposition of fat in liver cells and promote liver cell regeneration. In traditional Chinese medicine, goji berries have a sweet and mild nature, and belong to the liver and kidney meridians. They have the effect of nourishing the liver and improving eyesight. They are often used together with chrysanthemum and cooked rehmannia.
6. Honey
Honey not only lubricates the intestines, but also has a protective effect on the liver. It provides energy for liver metabolism and inhibits the formation of fatty liver.
