The Liver: The Unsung Hero. Volume One

By Mary Dei-Zanga

The liver is arguably, the most valuable organ in the human anatomy.
Inspite of this, not much is said about this all important organ which performs over 500 lifesaving functions in the body on daily basis.

Our daily lifestyle puts a lot of stress on the liver and causes it to malfunction causing other organs such as the kidneys to do same. When the liver is not able to function properly, the body is susceptible to all manner of diseases such as Hepatitis, diabetes, kidney stones to mention a few.

Let us pay more attention to this all important organ to ensure a healthy, exhilarating and prosperous life.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Mary Dei-Zanga
• Release date: Jun 24, 2018
• ISBN: 9789988276454

Mary Dei-Zanga

Dr. Mary Dei - zanga is the CEO of Ropheka Health Centre and Ropheka Foundation, renowned in the eld of Holistic Medicine with specialization in Autoimmune Diseases, Chronic Diseases related to the Liver, Heart, Kidney, Fibroid, Infertilty in men and women to mention a few. Dr. Mary Dei - Zanga is a guest on several media platforms such as Ghana Television (GTV Breakfast Show), TV Africa (Breakfast Live) Angel TV, Hot FM (loaded Mama show). Notwithstanding, she is an astute and spirited international Health and Conference Speaker with experience from an array of International and Local appointments.

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CHAPTER ONE

Introduction

THE LIVER

The liver is a large meaty organ that sits on the right side of the belly weighing about 3 pounds.

The liver is reddish-brown in color and feels rubbery to the touch. Normally you can't feel the liver because it's protected by the rib cage.

The liver has two large sections called the right and the left lobes. The gallbladder sits under the liver along with parts of the pancreas and intestines. The liver and these organs worktogether to digest, absorb, and process food.

The liver is such an important organ such that we cannot survive for only one or two days if it shuts down completely.

IF THE LIVER FAILS YOUR BODY WILL FAIL TOO. Fortunately, the liver can function even when up to 75% of it is diseased or removed. This is because it has the amazing ability to create new liver tissue (i.e. it can regenerate itself) from healthy liver cells that still exist.

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CHAPTER TWO

Functions of the Liver

The liver performs over 500 functions and is known as the laboratory of the human body. Notable among the numerous functions of the liver are four (4) main life - saving functions: a. The liver's main job is to filter the blood coming from the digestive tract before distributing it to the rest of the body. b. The liver also detoxifies chemicals and metabolizes drugs. c. The liver produces bile which is responsible for breaking up food stored in the stomach in order to release the nutrient contained therein.

d. The liver also produces proteins important for blood clotting and other functions.

If your body were an automobile, your liver would be considered the engine. It does hundreds of vital things to ensure the body runs smoothly.

The liver is tied to all bodily processes because it is responsible for:

•Filtration of all incoming foods and fluids.

•The body relies upon the liver to remove toxins. This is to ensure nutrients supplied to the body are pure and

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capable of providing nourishment.

•Metabolizes proteins, fats and carbohydrates thus providing energy and nutrients. •Stores vitamins, minerals and sugars.

•Filters the blood and helps remove harmful chemicals and bacteria.

•Creates bile which breaks down fat.

•Helps to assimilate and store fat soluble vitamins (A, E, D, K).

•Creates serum proteins that maintain fluid balance and act as carriers.

•Helps maintain electrolyte and water balance.

•Creates immune substances such as gamma globulin.

•Breaks down and eliminates excess hormones.

•Vascular (blood management).

•Provides blood clotting factors.

•Breaks down ammonia (and other toxins) created in the colon by bacteria thus preventing death. •Helps to maintain blood pressure.

•Constructs cholesterol, estrogen and reconstructs hormones. •Humanizes nutrients, metabolizes