LEAVE HER WITH THE LIVER.

 

Welcome again  to another episode of the 20 facts series. Today, we shall be looking at the liver. Do you know that the liver is the fulcrum of life? funny right? lets dive into the pool of knowledge guys. 

Here are the facts to know about your liver

1. The liver is the largest internal organ in the human body.
2. It is located in the upper right part of the abdomen and is about the size of a football.
3. The liver has over 500 functions, including filtering toxins from the blood, producing bile, and regulating hormone levels.
4. The liver can regenerate itself and recover from damage, but only up to a point.
5. The liver is the only organ that can produce bile, a substance that helps in the digestion of fat.
6. The liver detoxifies the blood, removing drugs, alcohol, and other harmful substances.
7. The liver is responsible for the production of cholesterol and the regulation of glucose levels in the blood.
8. The liver stores vitamins and minerals, such as iron, copper, and vitamin B12.
9. The liver can produce glucose, when needed, to provide energy to the body.
10. The liver helps regulate blood clotting by producing clotting factors.
11. The liver produces proteins, such as albumin, that help regulate fluid balance in the body.
12. The liver helps break down hemoglobin, the protein that carries oxygen in red blood cells.
13. The liver helps regulate immune system function.
14. The liver can be affected by diseases such as liver cirrhosis, hepatitis, and liver cancer.
15. Chronic liver diseases can lead to liver failure, which can be life-threatening.
16. A healthy liver can reduce the risk of liver disease and maintain good overall health.
17. The liver is responsible for the metabolism of drugs and medications, affecting how they work in the body.
18. The liver as a complex organ has it that a part of the lobe can be removed surgically and the the remaining lobe will still function properly with no major threat to life .
19. The liver can be affected by lifestyle factors, such as alcohol consumption, diet, and weight.
20. Proper liver function is essential for good health and the prevention of liver disease.                                                                                                                                                                                     SEE YOU LATER IN THE NEXT EPISODE IN SOUND HEALTH. BYE