This article is about the liver and its importance in human body. It debunks persistent myths of liver cleanses and provides preventive steps to protect against liver diseas… See more

Johns Hopkins hepatologists do not recommend liver cleanses as they are not regulated by the FDA and have not been adequately tested in clinical trials. Some common in… See more

There is no clinical data to support the efficacy of weight loss cleanses, some dietary supplements can actually cause harm to the liver and should be used with caution. … See more

To protect against liver disease, avoid drinking alcohol in excess, maintain a healthy body mass index, beware engaging in risky behaviors such as illicit drug use or unprotecte… See more