Certain types of tea can not only dampen cravings for sweets and thus help you lose weight. Thanks to dandelion, yarrow and artichoke, you can also prevent a sick liver.
When talking about fatty liver, some may suspect that it is more likely to affect people who are overweight. In fact, people of normal weight who lead an unhealthy lifestyle with regular alcohol consumption and an unbalanced diet can also develop fatty liver. In Germany, adults and children are increasingly affected by fatty livers. Since there is currently no drug treatment to cure fatty liver, experts recommend paying attention to the diet from the outset and focusing on protein-rich, satiating foods. If you like to drink tea, you should regularly use varieties such as dandelion, yarrow and artichoke leaves to counteract or even prevent fatty liver.
Prevent fatty liver with tea: dandelion, yarrow and artichoke help
Dandelion drains and promotes the function of the liver and gall bladder. © Madeleine_Steinbach/Imago
Since the liver is the organ that can regenerate itself quite well, you can favor healing thanks to healthy foods. Certain types of tea with healing properties also have a positive effect. Dandelion, yarrow and artichoke support liver function and promote its detoxification.
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Curing fatty liver: drinking dandelion tea
Dandelion contains phytochemicals, such as the bitter substances taraxin and quinoline, as well as flavonoids and tannins. These stimulate the production of bile in the liver and support fat metabolism. According to a study, the polysaccharides contained in dandelion can positively support liver function. Due to the bitter substances and the increased production of digestive juices, dandelion tea is also recommended for flatulence. It is recommended to use the leaves or roots of dandelion for a tea infusion.
Prevent fatty liver: Yarrow tea helps
Yarrow as a tea can also support the liver in its regeneration. According to the Deutsche Apotheker Zeitung, yarrow herb tea has an antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory effect and soothes the stomach, as studies have shown – similar to chamomile tea. Yarrow tea also strengthens liver function and can prevent liver damage such as fatty liver.
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Preventing fatty liver: artichoke leaf tea for liver and gall bladder
Artichoke leaves are ideal for stimulating bile acid production in the liver and thus fat metabolism in the liver, as a study has shown. Artichokes contain substances that both stimulate digestion and have a positive effect on cholesterol levels. The healthy vegetable is not only very low in calories, the bitter taste of the tea can counteract cravings and help you lose weight.
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