The liver plays a critical role in weight loss and fat metabolism. It is not just a filter for the toxins we consume but is also heavily involved in metabolism and signaling in the body. Unfortunately, modern lifestyle factors such as a poor diet, too much alcohol, and lack of exercise can disrupt the liver’s ability to do its job correctly, leading to weight gain and other symptoms such as low energy, rashes, and overall poor health.
There are two main ways in which the liver impacts weight gain. First, the liver is a central metabolic signaling system that helps regulate fuel system utilization, fat burning, and glucose utilization. If the liver is not functioning well, these metabolic processes take a back seat, leading to weight gain and other complications.
Second, the liver is involved in the breakdown of fats. If the liver is not working well, it cannot produce bile as efficiently, leading to more liver fat buildup, clogged liver, and further damage.
When the liver is disrupted, it can sometimes manifest as fatty liver disease, either non-alcoholic or alcoholic. One way to reduce the risk of fatty liver disease is to reduce fructose consumption, particularly from sources other than fruit, as fructose can lead to the buildup of liver fat even when consumed in the same amount of calories as glucose.
However, there are practical steps you can take to help your liver do its job correctly and promote weight loss by reducing liver fat. Aerobic exercise has been shown to reduce liver fat by over 3.5 percent in overweight individuals, even without weight loss. By improving cells’ mitochondrial function, exercise helps the liver better metabolize fats and reduce inflammation.
Taking care of your microbiome can also indirectly promote liver health by increasing the production of short-chain fatty acids that help regulate appetite, hormones, and blood sugar levels. Eating a diet rich in whole foods and fiber, reducing alcohol and sugar consumption, and taking probiotics or eating fermented foods can all help improve the diversity and health of the gut microbiome.
Lastly, adding liver-supportive nutrients and herbs, such as beetroot, milk thistle, and turmeric, can help improve liver function and promote weight loss. These herbs are rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that help reduce liver fat and improve the liver’s ability to detoxify the body.
In conclusion, the liver is critical to weight loss and overall health. By reducing fructose consumption, exercising regularly, taking care of your microbiome, and incorporating liver-supportive nutrients and herbs into your diet, you can promote liver health and reduce liver fat, leading to better weight loss and overall health outcomes.
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Summary of Transcript:
The liver is an essential component in weight loss and fat loss in our metabolism, as it is heavily involved in metabolism, fat breakdown, glucose utilization, and signaling. A dysfunctional liver, caused by various reasons such as fructose intake and alcohol consumption, can disrupt the standard metabolic systems and prevent fat breakdown, leading to weight gain and other health issues such as rashes and low energy. To improve liver health, reducing fructose intake and engaging in aerobic exercise can be helpful, as well as taking care of the microbiome through short-chain fatty acids regulation to regulate hormones and glucose uptake.
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Summary of Description:
The video discusses how a broken liver can cause weight gain and provides information on how the liver impacts weight gain. It also offers tips on supporting the liver and mentions using a discount code for SEED products. The video also features references and timestamps for further information.
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References
https://academic.oup.com/ajcn/article/113/2/391/6056215
https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/52/13/834
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3667474/?report=classic
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5954622/?report=classic
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15740081/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8701357/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20722931/
Timestamps ⏱
0:00 – Intro – Is a Broken LIVER Making You GAIN WEIGHT
1:55 – How Does the Liver Impact Weight Gain?
5:03 – Ways to Help the Liver
8:47 – Use Code THOMAS30 for 30% off Your First Order from SEED!
9:32 – Foods to Help the Liver
14:16 – Note on Alcohol
