The liver is a large solid organ responsible to do many functions for a healthy life to be maintained. The main function is to filter blood coming from the digestive tract before passing to the rest of the body. The process of filtering the blood removes toxins, harmful chemicals and bacteria from the blood to fight infection. Fats, carbohydrates and protein in food are converted by the liver into forms that can be used by the body to provide energy and nutrients. Healthy blood sugar levels are maintained by the liver. Glucose is stored in the liver and released when blood sugar level is low. The liver aids blood clotting by producing the proteins (coagulation factors) which promote clot formation. Bile is produced by the liver and stored in the gallbladder. Bile assists with digestion by breaking down fact into fatty acids which is taken into the body by the digestive tract. One of the functions of the liver is to break down excess cholesterol which is eliminated via the bile. The maintenance of cholesterol balance is essential to prevent cholesterol from building up in the body.
Liver failure occurs when the liver is not able to perform all the essential functions for digestion food and getting rid of toxic substances. Liver disease can be inherited or be caused by infection, viruses, and alcohol abuse. The most known liver disorders are Acute Hepatitis (caused by infection), Chronic Hepatitis (caused by viruses) and Cirrhosis (caused by long term inflammation).
The ingredients of LiverPlus, such as Cape Aloe have anti-oxidant (protect cells from damage), anti-inflammatory (block substances in the body that cause inflammation) and antimicrobial (inhibiting growth of bacteria, viruses and fungi) properties. African Ginger, Rhubarb, Galangal, Myrrh and the plant extract of Milk Thistle (Silymarin) have anti-bacterial properties which help to boost general immunity against liver disease. The effects of Tumeric (antioxidant and anti-inflammatory), Magnesium (anti-oxidant) and Gentian (anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory) help to reduce toxin levels in the liver and body. The properties of Sutherlandia (antiviral, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal) help with the treatment of liver problems and assist the body to fight mental and emotional distress. The effects of Artemisia afra (antibacterial, antiseptic and diuretic) assist with the treatment of ailments such as hepatitis, diabetes, jaundice and gall bladder inflammation. Devils Claw reduces pain and fights inflammation. Buchu has anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties to help with the fight against infections. Peppermint assists the liver with digestive and detoxification functions.