It is also the first organ to respond to stress. The emotion associated with the liver is anger. If you answered yes to many of these questions, chances are your liver is working overtime. Many health practitioners, especially acupuncturists, believe most Americans' livers are out of balance, due to diet and stress. The good news is the liver is a great detoxifier, and can de-tox itself with a little help.
Spring is just the right time to do so.
A handful of Red Clover blossoms should be simmered in 2-3 cups of water for 20 minutes, strained and drank twice daily. Avoid alcohol, tobacco, drugs, sugar, caffeine, fried and processed foods. Go easy on meat, dairy and fats and drink unfiltered apple juice. Supplement with Milk Thistle and Red Clover. Tonify the liver with a Chinese formula called Xiao Yao Wan, or Jade Empress.