What are the worst foods for the liver?
Sodas, cookies, breakfast cereals, and even store-bought prepared meals—which often hide added sugars—should be avoided as much as possible. “Learn to read labels and be cautious if sugar appears among the first ingredients,” warns the specialist.
2 – ADOPT A LOW-GLYCEMIC-INDEX DIET
To limit insulin spikes that promote fat storage in the liver, a low-glycemic-index (GI) diet is ideal. “In practical terms, this means replacing refined foods (white bread, white rice, etc.) with their whole or semi-whole versions, and choosing naturally low-sugar grains like quinoa or buckwheat.”
Focus on healthy fats!Unlike trans fats and fried foods, which should be limited, healthy fats are allies of the liver. Avocado, nuts, small fatty fish, virgin vegetable oils… they help dissolve fat while fighting inflammation. They can be consumed freely!
3 – PRACTICE INTERMITTENT FASTING TO BOOST FAT REDUCTION
By spacing the last meal of the evening and the first meal of the next day by at least 16 hours, you allow your liver to rest and encourage fat release. “Evening intermittent fasting is the easiest to adopt,” explains the naturopath. “For example, you finish dinner at 7 p.m. and eat again the next day at 11 a.m.”
How long should intermittent fasting be practiced?
For optimal results without feeling deprived, the specialist recommends practicing 16/8 intermittent fasting three times a week. Alongside the other measures, benefits can be seen in just a few weeks — and not only for the liver…
4 – MOVE REGULARLY TO ELIMINATE FAT
Regular and intense physical activity is essential to boost metabolism and burn fat. “Find a cardio activity you enjoy, such as brisk walking, cycling, or swimming, and practice it for at least 30 minutes three times a week at a sustained intensity,” the specialist advises.The benefits of interval training
For even greater effectiveness, choose interval training (alternating very intense phases of 30 seconds to 1 minute with recovery phases). This method optimizes fat release in the liver but also in adipose tissue. Ideal for refining your figure!
