Unikauskas revealed which foods are particularly harmful to the liver: we consume these products every day

According to the doctor, the liver is special in that it is able to regenerate itself like no other.

“Even if 2/3 of the liver is removed, it can grow back and perform its function again,” says the specialist, adding that despite the viability of the liver, some patients are still able to complete it.

These products are extremely harmful

Bad eating habits are the most harmful to the liver. Although most patients believe that alcohol causes the greatest harm, this is not entirely true. According to A. Unikauskas, in order to enjoy a healthy liver, certain products should be reduced or completely abandoned. Harms the liver:

Low-quality oil, vproducts fried or roasted for a long time in oil.

“I’m talking about seed or grain oil that contains Omega-6 fatty acids. Look at what a bomb a bag of potato chips gives to the liver: potatoes are the first ingredient in the composition, and vegetable oils are the second. This means seed oil, not healthy plant oil,” says A. Unikauskas.

According to the expert, the effect of fructose on the liver is the same as that of alcohol.

“Fructose significantly increases the risk of liver cancer. What’s more, there are naturally fructose-toxic people who are even more adversely affected by fructose,” says a prominent doctor.

Since fruits contain a lot of fructose, A. Unikauskas recommends consuming fruits and especially fruit juices in moderation.

“Don’t use fruit juice as water. When you want something to drink, drink water,” says the expert.

Aflotoxin (fungal toxin)

A substance that is particularly dangerous for our liver is aflatoxin. It is a fungal toxin released by a microscopic fungus.

“According to the available information, aflatoxin B1 is a carcinogen and even small amounts can cause liver cancer. In addition, they damage our genes”, assures A. Unikauskas.

Most nuts and some grains grown in warm, humid climates can become infected with molds that produce carcinogenic aflatoxins. However, aflatoxins are rarely found in Lithuania.

The doctor also advised which products are good for the liver and help this organ to regenerate, which are vegetables, eggs and fish.