Vitamins for a Healthy Liver

A number of vitamins are said to have benefits for maintaining a healthy liver including Milk Thistle, Globe Artichoke, Dandelion Root and Liquorice Root.

Milk thistle is traditionally used as a detoxifying agent. It’s said to have protective effects on the liver and improve its function. It is typically used to treat cirrhosis of the liver, hepatitis and gallbladder disorders and is said to function well as a ‘hangover cure’. Recommended dosage of Milk Thistle is 500mg per day.

Globe Artichoke is said to protect the liver and stimulates the growth of new liver cells. It is often used in cases of liver damage and disease and comes from the same family as Milk Thistle. A daily dosage of 6000mg is recommended.

Dandelion root assists in the overall function of the liver. It stimulates the production of bile by the liver which is used by the body to break down dietary fats. The recommended daily dosage of Dandelion root is 1000mg.

Liquorice Root is often used to prevent liver toxicity at a dosage of 600mg per day.

Whilst all of these nutrients and vitamins are said to have benefits for the liver, you should not under any circumstances substitute qualified medical advice with information found in this article. The author does not give or purport to give any medical or healthcare advice and is not qualified to do so.

For more information visit Australia's vitamin information website. Navigate to HealthyComparisons.com.au' Vitamins for Liver Health page for more information about vitamins for liver health.

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