5 fruits rich in vitamin C are very good for the liver, experts recommend eating them regularly

Updated date: 10/29/2023 06:00:12

The liver is a very important part of the body and needs to be properly cared for. Below are 3 types of fruit rich in vitamin C that are good for the liver and you should supplement regularly.

The liver plays many roles in the body, it is the center of regulation and metabolism. The liver even takes on many functions that no other organ can do.

In the body, it performs the following jobs: metabolism, detoxification, excretion and storage. If a person's liver is completely damaged, the person will die within 24 hours due to hypoglycemia.

To keep your liver healthy, in addition to maintaining a regular lifestyle, you also need to pay attention to a healthy diet. Below are 5 fruits rich in vitamin C that are very good for the liver, experts recommend eating them regularly:

Citrus fruits

VnExpress newspaper quoted Master, Doctor Le Minh Thuy - Center for Endoscopy and Endoscopic Surgery of Digestive Surgery, Tam Anh General Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, saying that citrus fruits such as oranges, tangerines, lemons, grapefruits... contain many vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C, bioflavonoids, citric acid, potassium.

Adding them to your daily menu helps boost metabolism and restore damaged liver cells. They also help eliminate toxins from the liver, strengthen the immune system and improve liver function.

These fruits also provide a lot of soluble fiber, low in calories and carbohydrates, help stabilize blood sugar and promote intestinal motility. Eating a moderate amount before meals can limit appetite, help overweight and obese people lose weight, improve and prevent fatty liver disease.

Citrus fruits and hawthorn (right) are good for the liver.

Grape

Eating grapes properly can replenish blood and qi, nourish the liver and kidneys, and is effective in reducing liver discomfort.

At the same time, grapes are rich in vitamin C and many nutrients, which can effectively enhance metabolism, accelerate the process of removing toxins from the liver, help nourish and protect the liver, and keep the liver healthy.

Hawthorn

Lao Dong newspaper quoted Aboluowang as saying that the sweet and sour taste of hawthorn can help nourish the stomach, promote digestion, and is effective in reducing indigestion.

For some people with liver disease, eating hawthorn properly can also nourish and protect the liver. However, we should also pay attention to eating hawthorn in moderation because its sour taste can cause damage to the gastrointestinal mucosa.

Above are 3 types of fruits rich in vitamin C that are very good for the liver. These fruits are also very popular in Vietnam.

According to THANH THANH (Synthesis) / VTC News

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