Liver health: Top 10 fruits that can naturally detox your liver

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 4.5 million adults in the US have been diagnosed with liver disease. Factors like long-term alcohol use, obesity, diabetes and more have affected a major population in the states, making the liver one of the most vital organs in the body. One of the most suggested ways to help the liver detox from all the chemicals and radicals is by eating healthy. There are numerous fruits that are proven to naturally help the liver detoxify and reignite its regenerative powers. Find them out below!

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The saying 'An apple a day keeps the doctor away,' is actually true. According to research published in the National Library of Medicine, polyphenols, the major antioxidants present in apples, have extremely positive effects on hepatic fat deposition which leads to fatty liver. According to the study, consuming apples improves lipid profiles, increases antioxidant enzyme activities and reduces the fat deposition in the liver.

Avocado is the real deal! It is one fruit that has hit the limelight when it comes to taste and variety. According to a 2022 study published in Frontiers in Pharmacology, feeding avocado oil to rats for 6 weeks helped decrease Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease by improving mitochondrial functions, oxidative stress and inflammation.

Blueberries and cranberries in particular can be a healthy and magical addition to the diet of a person suffering from liver disease. These berries have a high amount of cellular antioxidant activity and have reduced liver damage in rats. A study published in Heliyon found that their extracts are effective in reducing fibrosis, inflammation and oxidative stress that happen in a liver disease.

Citrus fruits are known to be promoters of good health. Among them, grapefruit, originating from the island of Barbados has been proven to detoxify the liver. A study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, found that grapefruit juice increased the activity and expression of enzymes to enhance hepatic detoxification.

In a study published in the journal Foods, rating grapes reduced the risk of NAFLD in mice fed high-fat diets. Red and purple grapes are rich in resveratrol and other polyphenols that help reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in the liver.

Kiwi is one fruit that is an acquired taste for most. While some love its sweet and tangy taste, others would rather binge on some other fruit. However, for those suffering from poor liver health, the fruit might be a lifesaver. According to a study published in the National Library of Medicine, consumption of kiwi improved the activity of antioxidant enzymes in the liver of mice, restored their liver morphology and fat content and inhibited the accumulation of abdominal fat cells.

Mangiferin is a natural polyphenolic compound present in mango. It has remarkable anti-inflammatory, anti-tumour, antioxidative stress, and antiviral properties, that as per research published in Foods, have therapeutic effects on liver disease, including liver injury, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, alcoholic liver disease, liver fibrosis, and hepatocellular carcinoma.

Papaya as well is a great addition to a liver-conscious diet. As per a study published in World Journal of Hepatology, the anti-lipogenic, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of papaya proved effective in reducing damage caused by hepatic steatosis.

While it might be difficult to peel, pomegranate can do some good work on your liver health. According to research from Edith Cowan University (ECU), ellagic acid found in the fruit is rich in antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antifibrotic and anticancer properties. Thus, eating it promises a reduction in inflammation in the liver.

A juicy watermelon is always a good idea, right? Well, it seems not only for your taste buds but also for your liver. According to research published in Toxicology Reports, watermelon juice significantly reduced the concentration of MDA in the liver and brain of rats, due to the presence of phyto-constituents present in it.