We often talk about healthy eating and exercise to stay in shape, but did you know that your liver plays a key role in your well-being? This discreet yet essential organ eliminates toxins, regulates metabolism, and maintains your body’s balance. But when it’s overloaded, the consequences can be surprising… and sometimes worrying! Chronic fatigue, unexplained weight gain, recurring migraines: these symptoms may be your liver’s cries for help. Let’s look at the warning signs and solutions to lighten its load.

Do you get enough sleep but feel constantly exhausted? Does a feeling of heaviness and fatigue set in for no apparent reason? An overloaded liver could be the culprit. When it’s burdened with toxins, it works harder to purify the blood, which depletes your energy.

The solution? Stay well hydrated, limit ultra-processed foods and favour foods rich in antioxidants such as green vegetables and turmeric to help your liver regenerate.

You eat a balanced diet, you exercise… but the pounds keep piling on for no reason? A liver overloaded with toxins can slow down your metabolism and make weight management more difficult. It stores fat instead of eliminating it, which can lead to gradual weight gain.

What to do
: Choose foods that support liver function, such as artichokes, black radishes, or lemons. Avoid alcohol and refined sugars, which put further strain on the liver.

Skin that reflects an internal imbalance:
Persistent acne, redness, eczema, dull complexion… Your skin is a mirror of your internal state. If your liver struggles to eliminate toxins, these can accumulate and cause skin problems.

Tip: Drink an infusion of milk thistle or dandelion, two plants known for their detoxifying effect on the liver. Also consider incorporating omega-3 fatty acids (oily fish, flax seeds) to nourish your skin from within.