The liver is a very important organ in the human body. It is the overall commander of the immune system and detoxification system. Our ancestors already knew the importance of protecting and nourishing the liver. So how exactly do we take care of our liver? Let's take a look together!
The Six Major Characteristics of a Poor Liver
A dark complexion, dark circles under the eyes, black spots on the nails, dark purple lips, bad breath, body odor.
People with poor liver function may experience the following:
1. Feeling tired, irritable, and anxious for no reason.
2. Dry eyes or a dull gaze.
3. Oily hair and shiny face.
4. Urine becomes thick and sticky, difficult to flush away, frequent urination and urgency.
5. Indigestion and weight gain.
6. Drooling, snoring, bad breath, dry and bitter mouth, body odor.
7. Pale complexion, loss of rosy cheeks.
8. Nervousness and decreased memory.
9. Headaches, leg pain, and shoulder stiffness.
The Composition of the "Qing Gan Lian" Liver-Protecting Formula
The "Qing Gan Lian" formula consists of 22 Chinese herbal medicines: kudzu root, lotus seed, mung bean, poria cocos, eucommia ulmoides male flower, lutein ester, black goji berry, radix polygoni multiflori, cassia seed, licorice, dandelion; jasmine flower, chrysanthemum flower, orange peel, tomato, oatmeal, green tea, honeysuckle flower, monk fruit, snow pear, blueberry, and carrot.
The Functions of Each Ingredient in the Formula
1. Kudzu root, lotus seed, mung bean, poria cocos, and cassia seed: The main function of these five Chinese herbal medicines is to relieve insomnia, memory loss, and regulate emotions, as well as to improve sub-health conditions.
2. Dandelion, jasmine flower, chrysanthemum flower, orange peel, tomato, oatmeal, and green tea: The main function of these seven Chinese herbal medicines is to promote the regeneration and repair of damaged liver cells, protect and nourish the liver, and quickly restore liver function.
3. Eucommia ulmoides male flower, black goji berry, and radix polygoni multiflori: These ingredients mainly address the imbalance between the liver and other organs in the body, such as liver-kidney imbalance and liver-spleen imbalance, in order to strengthen the body's foundation and enhance vitality.
4. Lutein ester, honeysuckle flower, monk fruit, and snow pear: The main function of these ingredients is to detoxify the lungs, protect the liver, reduce liver cell damage caused by toxins, enhance liver metabolism, and relieve liver qi stagnation.
5. Licorice, blueberry, and carrot are commonly used ingredients for detoxification, promoting blood circulation, and enhancing the body's immune system and resistance.
