The liver is the body's largest and most complex organ, and it works continuously to produce the bile necessary for fat digestion and blood detoxification. The primary function of this organ is to remove various toxins from the body. When liver enzymes are elevated, it is a symptom that the liver is working too hard.

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The liver is a vital organ located in the abdomen right above the stomach. It is the heaviest internal organ, weighing an average of 3 lbs. Its job is to regulate the chemical levels in the blood and to excrete bile, ridding the body of waste. The liver has hundreds of important functions including detoxification of the blood, producing cholesterol, producing certain proteins for blood plasma, storing glycogen, and many others.

The liver is a dark red gland that consists of two lobes. It holds about 13% of the body's blood at once, receiving blood from the stomach and intestines, cleaning it out, and passing it through to the rest of the body. The liver supports almost every other organ in the body

Hepatitis is a condition in which the liver tissue is inflamed. The cause is usually viral and includes hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E. Other threats to the liver include excess toxins in the bloodstream, alcohol abuse, and excess drug use (paracetamol among others).

Ailments

An "ailment" is a general term for minor to moderate physical illnesses, diseases, and disorders. In Facty Health, many different diagnoses fall under the ailment category. For example, acid reflux, eye disorders, skin problems, and GI problems, are considered an ailment.

In this category, you can discover natural home remedies for common symptoms. You will find that there is probably a miracle ingredient hiding in your pantry right now. Learn what foods to stay away from and which foods can help ease certain conditions. You can even learn to spot the early warning signs of some of the more severe diseases. Expect to find detailed and interesting information about the types of ailments, their symptoms, causes, and treatments.

If you have questions about a specific ailment or you just have a general curiosity for medicine, this would be a good place to start.

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