How is your liver doing?
A strong working liver is vital for human health. It is the primary organ involved in the breakdown of every toxic substance your body encounters.
The liver easily gets stressed when eating processed and artifical food, drinking alcohol, taking drugs, environmental factors as well as stress and anger.
Symptoms of a sluggish liver, just to name a few:
- fatigue, brain fog
- water retention, weight fluctuations
- mood swings
- skin irritations, itchy skin
- unusual taste in the mouth
- hormonal imbalance
- pale stool
- nausea
- yellowish or reddish eyes
Do you suffer from any of these?
The liver is such a complex vital organ responsible for so many bodily functions.
The Sanskrit word for liver is “Yakrut”.
Ya means circulation and krut means action. Yakrut is the seat of Pitta (Ranjaka pitta).
Other sites of Ranjaka Pitta are the stomach and spleen.
Ayurveda offers several herbs that are beneficial for liver health. These herbs are believed to have hepatoprotective properties and support liver function. Here are some of the commonly used Ayurvedic herbs for liver health. Important to say a healthy lifestyle, diet, exercise, meditation is recommended alongside these beneficial herbs.
1. Bhumyamalaki (Phyllanthus niruri): Also known as the "Stone Breaker," Bhumyamalaki is renowned for its liver-protective properties and is used to support liver detoxification.
2. Kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa): Kutki is a potent liver tonic and is widely used in Ayurveda to promote liver health and improve bile secretion.
3. Amla (Emblica officinalis): Amla, or Indian Gooseberry, is a rich source of vitamin C and antioxidants. It helps in detoxifying the liver and supporting its overall health.
4. Turmeric (Curcuma longa): Turmeric contains curcumin, a powerful compound known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which benefit the liver.
5. Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia): Guduchi is an immunomodulatory herb that aids in protecting the liver from damage caused by toxins.
6. Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa): Punarnava is used in Ayurveda to support liver and kidney health, and it may help in reducing liver inflammation.
7. Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra): Licorice root is considered beneficial for the liver due to its anti-inflammatory and detoxifying properties.
8.Haritaki (Terminalia chebula): Haritaki helps in eliminating toxins from the body and supports liver health.
It's important to note that while these herbs can be beneficial for liver health, they should be used under the guidance of an experienced Ayurvedic practitioner, especially if you have pre-existing liver conditions or are taking medications. The proper dosage and duration of use are essential to ensure safe and effective results.
We would love to welcome you for an Ayurvedic health assessment at the Lakshmi clinic. And yes we will check your tongue and provide accurate Ayurvedic pulse assessment.
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