In this episode, we explore the vital role of the liver in overall metabolic health and why fatty liver disease has become increasingly common. We dive into the liver’s many functions, including detoxification, fat metabolism, and hormone regulation, highlighting how disruption in these processes contributes to fat accumulation in the liver. Understanding the root causes—from diet and lifestyle factors to environmental toxins and insulin resistance—is key to addressing this growing health concern.

We also focus on actionable, food-as-medicine strategies to support liver function and promote reversal of fatty liver disease. Listeners will learn about key nutrients, dietary patterns, and lifestyle habits that nourish the liver, reduce inflammation, and improve metabolic flexibility. Plus we discuss how a ketogenic approach can literally reverse fatty liver, supplemental support and favorite recipes to support liver health!

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Naturally Nourished Episode 109 Liver Function
What is the liver and how does it function?
- Digestion
- Blood Sugar Balance
  - Naturally Nourished Episode 266 Why is my A1C Elevated?
- Detoxification
What is fatty liver?
How keto can reverse NAFLD
Omega 3s and fatty liver
- Effects of triglyceride and ethyl ester forms of EPA on hepatic lipid metabolism in mice with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease - ScienceDirect
EPA DHA Extra
- Probiotics and fatty liver
- Restore Baseline Probiotic
Nutrients to support liver function
- Nutraceutical Approach to Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD): The Available Clinical Evidence - PMC
- Detox Packs
Markers to assess liver function
- AST, ALT, ALP, Bilirubin, Total Protein, Albumin as markers to test (include in a Comprehensive Metabolic Panel)
- GGT
- Lipids
- Ultrasound, CT Scan, MRI, Liver Biopsy
How to support liver function with Food as Medicine
- Blood Sugar regulation with keto or low glycemic diet
- Bitter/sour foods, ACV, Dandelion greens
- YouTube ACV shooter
- Lemon turmeric ginger shooter
- Glutathione rich foods
- Cruciferous veggies support liver detox
- Fresh herbs and spices, turmeric
- Green tea can lower liver inflammation
- High antioxidant fruits and veggies, beets, celery
- Choline - Episode 102 3 Micronutrients
Supplements
Liver as a food

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Episode 458: A Functional Approach to Fatty Liver

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