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Health
WATER
BROCCOLI
One of the best things you can do for your liver is keep a healthy weight. Get in the habit of drinking water instead of sweetened drinks like sodas or sports drinks. You'd be amazed at how many calories it will save you each day.
OATMEAL
ALMONDS
Food with lots of fiber can help your liver work at its best. Want one that's a great way to start your day? Try oat-meal. Research shows it can help you shed some extra pounds and belly fat, which is a good way to keep away liver disease.
Nuts -- especially these -- are good sources of vitamin E, a nutrient that research suggests may help protect against fatty liver disease. Al- monds are good for your heart, too, so grab a handful the next time you feel like snacking. Or
GREEN TEA
It's brimming with a type of antioxidant called catechins. Research sug- gests it may protect against some forms of can- cer, including liver. You'll get more catechins if you brew tea yourself and drink it hot. Iced tea and
Add lots of veggies to your diet if you want to keep your liver healthy. Broccoli can be part of this strategy. Some studies suggest this crunchy food can help protect you from nonalcoholic fatty liver dis- ease. If steamed broccoli
COFFEE
If you can't make it through the day without it, you'll be glad to hear that it may have some benefits for your liver. Studies show that drinking two to three cups a day can pro- tect your liver from dam- age caused by too much
ready-to-drink green teas have much lower levels.
sounds a little too blah, shred it into a slaw and toss it with sliced almonds, dried cranberries, and a tangy vinai-grette. It's also delicious roasted with garlic and a splash of bal- samic vinegar.
try them in salads, where they add a nice crunch.
alcohol or an unhealthy diet. Some research suggests it may lower your risk of liver cancer.
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