How The Liver Is Connected With Metabolism, Digestion, And Weight Management

ABSTRACT

What is more valuable than the organ liver? Everything we eat, drink, and consume has an impact on our overall health. When we look back at our ancestors’ lives, we can see that they were natural and organic, with no access to medical facilities. The reason for this is that they believed in Ayurvedic and home remedies, which, thankfully, treated them wisely and without side effects. People nowadays suffer from a variety of heart, liver, digestion, and joint pain diseases, and these conditions have become the norm. The majority of patients suffer from liver diseases. And there is no age limit; everyone, from children to adults, is in critical condition and struggling with disorders. Furthermore, Planet Ayurveda introduces an experimented, well-researched herbal formulation called “Yakrit Plihantak Churna.” This is only made under the supervision of MD Ayurvedic expert Dr. Vikram Chauhan and is specifically formulated for the liver.

INTRODUCTION

The liver is the largest and most important intestinal organ in the human body. It is regarded as the human body’s chemical factory, performing approximately 500 functions such as metabolism, detoxification, immunity, storage, and a variety of other liver-related functions. In addition, the liver regulates most chemical levels in the blood and excretes a product known as bile. Bile is a yellowish or olive green fluid that is collected in small ducts and then passed to the main duct, which transports the bile to the duodenum, where it breaks down fats into fatty acids, which aid digestion. Bile is good for the liver because it removes waste. Everyone runs for chemical supplements and finds relief, but these medications gradually become addicted to the liver, and if we avoid them, they will cause a major infection in other organs as well. So, to avoid all of this, let us not become addicted to these drugs and instead use genuine organic and natural remedies.

MORPHOLOGY

• Shape: conical or roughly triangular, with a dark reddish brown colour. It consists of two lobes
• Location: Located in the upper right portion of the abdominal cavity, beneath the diaphragm and on top of the stomach, right kidney, and intestines.
• Size: The average liver size is 7 cm for women and 10.5 cm for men. The abnormal value of the liver is considered to be 2-3 cm greater or less than these values.

FUNCTIONS OF LIVER

The liver performs hundreds of important functions, including removing waste products and foreign substances from the bloodstream and regulating blood sugar levels.

The main functions of the liver are explained below

• Bile production: This helps to transport waste and breakdown fats in the small intestine during digestion. This is an important fluid that is primarily produced by hepatocytes and consists of electrolytes, water, bile salts, acids, bile pigment (bilirubin), and phospholipids
• Albumin production: Albumin is a protein that keeps fluids in the bloodstream while also transporting hormones, vitamins, and enzymes around the body. Insulin, cortisol, and growth hormones stimulate the production of albumin. And in general, an albumin blood test can help in checking whether the kidneys and liver are working properly or not.
• Blood filtration: The liver filters and detoxifies nearly all of the blood in the body. When blood passes through the liver, it breaks down all substances, including alcohol, caffeine, and certain medications.
• Toxin removal: The toxins are only removed in the form of urine and faeces, as the liver breaks down all the toxins and waste products from the blood.
• Amino acid synthesis: The liver processes several amino acid pathways and stores amino acids for future protein synthesis. Furthermore, the liver produces proteins with the help of vitamin K, which are required for blood clotting.

How is the liver connected with metabolism, digestion, and weight management?

• Metabolism – Metabolism refers to the chemical reactions that take place in the body’s cells to convert food into energy. Many pathways run through the liver, including glycogenesis, glycogenolysis, pentose pathways, and gluconeogenesis, which are primarily active in the liver. Several enzymes are synthesised at each step, producing energy that is then used by the body’s systems. The liver is central to all metabolic processes, such as
  • Fat metabolism: The fat metabolism of liver cells converts fats into energy; on average, the liver produces 1 litre of bile per day. Bile is required for the breakdown and absorption of fat.
  • Carbohydrate metabolism: The liver ensures that the level of blood sugar remains constant. For example, after a meal, the liver removes and stores carbohydrates from the blood supplied by the portal vein. In the form of glycogen. Blood sugar levels fall as the liver breaks down glycogen and releases sugar into the bloodstream.
  • Protein metabolism: Hepatocytes convert amino acids found in foods into energy or byproducts. Albumin is the primary protein produced by the liver and excreted through the bloodstream.  If there is an excess of protein, the amino acids can be converted into fats and stored in adipose tissue. If our body requires energy, it converts it to glucose through a process known as gluconeogenesis.
• Digestion – The digestive juice known as bile aids in the digestion of certain fats and vitamins. The liver has two primary roles in digestion: bile production and nutrient processing. The liver performs admirably during digestion by absorbing nutrients from the small intestine.
• Weight management – The liver is essential for both weight loss and gain. Whatever you eat or drink will have an effect on your liver. If the liver is overburdened and unable to properly metabolise nutrients and fats, metabolism may slow down and cause a variety of health problems. Metabolic activity will slow, and fats and toxins will not be eliminated.

AYURVEDIC OVERVIEW

According to Ayurveda, the liver is called Yakrit and the spleen is called Pliha; these two organs are interconnected and thus accurately describe their functions. The liver is the base of the pitta entity and regulates the functioning of optimal digestive fire, or  agni. Liver is responsible for converting plasma (Rasa Dhatu) to blood (Rakta Dhatu). Many liver disorders (Yakrit Vikara) are classified in the ancient Ayurvedic literature context, such as Mlana yakrit (means shrinkage or improper functioning) and Yakrit vriddhi (enlarged liver). The reasons behind these all are Shakrit apravritt (constipation), Atitrushna (excess thirst), Pandota (anemia), bala hani (lethargy), kamala  (jaundice) and avila mutrata (urine turbidity). To overcome all these serious disorders, Ayurveda has several authentic ways, as given and proved by the ancient Ayurvedic experts with the classical literature.

YAKRIT PLIHANTAK CHURNA BY PLANET AYURVEDA FOR THE RESCUE

Planet Ayurveda Company is GMP-certified, US-FDA registered, and has reached new heights as product enthusiasts spread across the globe. Planet Ayurveda is solely dedicated to the promotion of natural herbs and their benefits to the public. As we can see, all bodily functions rely on the liver. Therefore, Planet Ayurveda offers recommendations for diet, daily routine, and herbal remedies to ensure healthy functioning. Only by eating a clean and nutritious diet can one recover from liver disorders. Our bodies simply require regular cleaning and detoxification.

Yakrit Plihantak Churna

Yakrit plihantak churna, as the name indicates, is all that is best served to rescue the liver. This is in powdered form and is made with the essential herbs that only serve the liver without any side effects. The main herbs involved in this product are Bhumi amla (Phyllanthus niruri), Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), Bhringraj (Eclipta alba), Sharpunka (Tephrosia purpurea), Kaasni (Cichorium intybus), Katuki (Picrorhiza Kurrao), Makoy (Solanum indicum) and Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa). Damaged liver cells regenerate into new ones, preventing liver failure. This is highly recommended for people with fatty liver. These herbs have the ability to fight infections and eliminate all toxins without causing harm. The bitter taste of this churna can boost the body’s defence system and antioxidant activity, helping to protect against harmful disorders. Although the bitterness of this powdered herbal mixture aids digestion, it also promotes nutrient absorption.

Dosage: Take 1 teaspoonful twice a day with plain water or fruit juice, after meals.

CONCLUSION

Liver diseases are a major concern today; everyone develops a minor or major liver disease. This article concluded that ayurvedic herbal formulations can treat all liver disorders with no side effects. Several patients have reported serious problems after taking chemically synthesized liver drugs. Therefore, it is better to avoid such things. To avoid these potentially fatal problems, it is necessary to take herbal supplements on a regular basis. Planet Ayurveda offers the best herbal remedies for liver disorders and also for whole autoimmune  disorders.